Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Doctor

Duties and responsibilities: Ear, nose and throat specialists, also called ENTs, ENT doctors and otolaryngologists, specialize in otolaryngology. Otolaryngologists diagnose, manage and treat disorders of the head and neck, including the ears, nose throat, sinuses, voice box (larynx) and other structures. Otolaryngology is a surgical specialty and ENTs are trained in the medical and surgical management of disease. Otolaryngologists may see adults and children and treat a variety of conditions, such as: Hearing loss and ear disorders, Allergies, Infections, Injuries, Congenital (present at birth) or acquired abnormalities, Swallowing disorders, Speech disorders, Benign (non-cancerous) growths and malignant (cancerous) tumors of the nose, sinuses, mouth, throat, larynx, upper esophagus, thyroid gland and parathyroid, Certain nerve disorders, and Sleep disorders.

Salary: $238,680- $434,148

Education: ENT physicians must complete about 15 years of education and training, including a 4-year undergraduate program, 4-year medical program, at least 5 years of specialty training and a 1- to 2-year residency program (e.g., General Surgery). Then, physicians must undergo peer evaluations and pass oral and written examinations administered by the American Board of Otolaryngology. After attaining board certification, otolaryngologists may pursue a one- or two- year fellowship for extensive training and examinations in a subspecialty area. Otolaryngology subspecialties include: Allergy, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Head and Neck Surgery, Laryngology, Otology/Audiology, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Rhinology, Neurology, and Sleep Medicine Board certification is valid for 10 years. To revalidate their certification, ENTs must meet guidelines established by the American Board of Medical Specialties and complete a Maintenance of Certification Program. This process emphasizes professional standing, lifelong learning and self-assessment, cognitive expertise and evaluation of performance in practice. Recertification requirements include: Valid certificate issued by the American Board of Otolaryngology, Valid, unrestricted medical license, Privileges to practice otolaryngology-head and neck surgery in accredited hospital or surgical center, Completion of required CME credits, Successful completion of the American Board of Otolaryngology self-assessment module, and Maintenance of Certification Examination

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Reflection: this is a very interesting job. This is nice because you get to look into some ones ear and see a different side of it that you would never be able to see.