Career Option: Ophthalmologist

Eligibility

In order to become an ophthalmologist, a person should have a M.D or D.O degree . There should be the completion of a four year residency in the same profession. People can also have a 3 year practice in the same profession. An ophthalmologist must then pass an oral and written examination. The written exam comprises of a full day research on the relevant topics. The oral exams also include assessing the actual examination through verbal skills.

How to become Ophthalmologist

A bachelor’s degree in medicine takes around 4 years with 4 years in the medicine profession. It also takes around 8 years to practice this profession. The total duration of this stream is total 8 years with 2 years of practice.

Job profile of Ophthalmologist

• The key responsibility of an ophthalmologist is responsible in doing eye surgeries and curing their patients having eye disorders and other related issues .
• The key responsibility of an ophthalmologist is to examine the patient and his potential to withstand the surgery.
• The key responsibility of an ophthalmologist is to work on new techniques and strategies of treating patients.
• The key responsibility of an ophthalmologist is to work in various government and private hospitals.
• The key responsibility of an ophthalmologist should work on wider varieties of subjects and concepts and should posses excellent spirit to do serve the country.

Salary Range for Ophthalmologist

They are said to work with council of doctors and Physicians. They can work in health care units, hospitals and Clinics. The ophthalmologist can earn Rs 35,000 to Rs 40,000 as their starting salary.