$103,790($49.90/hr)
Master's degree
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Psychologists study cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior by observing, interpreting, and recording how people relate to one another and to their environments. They use their findings to help improve processes and behaviors. This category included psychologists not included in other categories.
$121,980 ($58.64/hr)
Master's degree
None
Physician Assistants, also known as PAs, examine, diagnose, and treat patients under the supervision of a physician.
$160,000 ($76.92/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Natural Sciences Managers supervise the work of scientists, including chemists, physicists, and biologists. They direct activities related to research and development, and coordinate activities such as testing, quality control, and production.
$206,750 ($99.40/hr)
Master's degree
None
Nurse Anesthetists, also referred to as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), coordinate patient care and may provide primary and specialty healthcare. The scope of practice varies from state to state.
$135,250 ($65.03/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Optometrists diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system, including examining eyes and prescribing corrective lenses.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Psychiatrists are doctors who diagnose, treat, and help prevent psychological and brain disorders.
$119,020 ($57.22/hr)
Master's degree
None
Nurse Midwives, also referred to as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), coordinate patient care and may provide primary and specialty healthcare. The scope of practice varies from state to state.
$132,530 ($63.72/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Pharmacists dispense prescription medications and provide information to patients about the drugs and their use. They also advise physicians and other healthcare workers on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications to treat health problems. They may help patients with their overall health through activities such as providing immunizations.
$137,840 ($66.27/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Ophthalmologists diagnose and perform surgery to treat and help prevent disorders and diseases of the eye. May also provide vision services for treatment including glasses and contacts.
$181,590 ($87.30/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients' teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They provide advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Physicians, Pathologists diagnose diseases and conduct lab tests using organs, body tissues, and fluids. Includes medical examiners.
$215,850 ($103.77/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Physicians diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses. This category includes all physicians not included in other categories.
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Doctoral or professional degree
None
Radiologists diagnose and treat diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques, such as x rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, and ultrasounds. May perform minimally invasive medical procedures and tests.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Neurologists diagnose, manage, and treat disorders and diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, with a primarily nonsurgical focus.
$150,040 ($72.14/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Podiatrists diagnose illnesses, treat injuries, and perform surgery for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg problems.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons perform surgery and related procedures on the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions to treat diseases, injuries, or defects. May diagnose problems of the oral and maxillofacial regions. May perform surgery to improve function or appearance.
$217,200 ($104.42/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Family Medicine Physicians diagnose, treat, and provide preventive care to individuals and families across the lifespan. May refer patients to specialists when needed for further diagnosis or treatment.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Cardiologists diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in interventional procedures (e.g., balloon angioplasty and stent placement), echocardiography, or electrophysiology.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Orthopedic Surgeons diagnose and perform surgery to treat and prevent rheumatic and other diseases in the musculoskeletal system.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Dermatologists diagnose and treat diseases relating to the skin, hair, and nails. May perform both medical and dermatological surgery functions.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Obstetricians and Gynecologists are doctors who provide medical care related to the female reproductive system. While obstetricians focus on pregnancy and childbirth, gynecologists diagnose, treat, and help prevent women's reproductive disorders and diseases.
$225,680 ($108.50/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
General Internal Medicine Physicians diagnose and provide nonsurgical treatment for a wide range of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults and adolescents, and are based primarily in an outpatient care setting.
$208,950 ($100.46/hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Pediatricians are doctors who diagnose, treat, and help prevent children's diseases and injuries.
- ( - /hr)
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Anesthesiologists are doctors who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures.
