Ophthalmology Chris Holm

What is Ophthalmology? the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders and diseases of the eye

Jobs of an Ophthalmologist Vision services, including eye exams Medical eye care -- for conditions like glaucoma, iritis, and chemical burns Surgical eye care -- for trauma, crossed eyes, cataracts, glaucoma, and other problems Plastic surgery -- to raise droopy eyelids or smooth out wrinkles

Education for Ophthalmology Completion of medical school plus 3-8 years of internship and residency; state licensure also required

Colleges for Ophthalmology Mayo Medical School Ranked #1 in the nation John Hopkins School of Medicine University of California San Francisco Ranked #2 in the nation UCSF School of Medicine Ranked #3 in the nation Perelman School of Medicine

Demand for Ophthalmologists The job outlook for ophthalmologists is set to increase by 14% from 2014-2024 In 2014 there were 23,861 Ophthalmologists in the United States By 2024 it is projected that there will be 27,202 in the U.s

Income of an Ophthalmologist Lowest: Highest: Average: $278,549 $234,135 $318,642

Day in the Life of an Ophthalmologist

Sources https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job- profiles/ophthalmologist https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/eye- doctors-optometrists-ophthalmologists http://study.com/articles/Ophthalmologist_E mployment_Info_and_Requirements_for_Beco ming_an_Ophthalmologist.html