Thoracic Surgeon

Thoracic Surgeon

Duties and Responsibilities:

            Specializing in surgical procedures related to the chest, thoracic surgeons are some of the remarkably few people who can say they have held someone's heart in their hands -- literally. These medical professionals undergo many years of education and rigorous training to prepare them for a career in the operating room -- often working long, irregular hours on their feet. A thoracic surgeon's job is far from easy, but the career may appeal to those who enjoy helping others and love working under pressure.

Salary: $350,000

Education Requirements:

            Students seeking to become a thoracic surgeon should look into taking the highest level of courses in math and biological science. In college one would look to major in a biological science and do well in these courses.

I would want to become a thoracic surgeon because surgery or helping people is extremely satisfying to me but I do not have the requirements to become one.