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Physicians diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries and help people improve their health habits. They specialize in many areas of medicine (see below). Depending on their specialty areas, they may diagnose and treat illnesses in children and/or adults through therapy, surgery or medication, teach people how to stay well, conduct research on diseases and new methods of prevention and treatment, and instruct and train medical students and residents. There are two types of physicians: the MD (Doctor of Medicine) and the DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). MDs are also known as allopathic physicians. While MDs and DOs use all accepted methods of treatment, DOs place special emphasis on the body’s musculoskeletal system. Specialization
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Environment Physicians work in clinics, private offices or group practices, health maintenance organizations (HMOs), hospitals, medical schools, public health departments, government health agencies, research institutes, and the military. Prep General college preparation is recommended. Coursework should include three math classes including algebra I, algebra II, and geometry (or a higher level math course for which algebra II is a prerequisite), three science courses including one biological science, one physical science, and one lab course, four English units, and two social studies units. If available, students should take two years of a foreign language. It is recommended that a student be enrolled in a health services endorsement area if available. This is defined as a broad course of study that allows students to explore career opportunities and apply academic knowledge and skills in health services. Academic Physicians must earn a college degree followed by a four-year degree as a doctor of medicine (MD) or a doctor of Osteopathy (OD) from an accredited school. They then must pass an examination for state licensure from the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners as well as a National Medical Licensure Examination. At least one year of post- medical school experience is required, but most graduates of medical and osteopathy schools complete a longer period of specialty training called a residency. Residency training is required for persons entering any specialty, and can take from three to seven or more years. An in-depth examination is required at the end of the residency training to become certified by the board of examiners of the specialty. In general, premedical students must complete undergraduate work in physics, biology, mathematics, English, plus organic and inorganic chemistry. Students should also take courses in humanities and the social sciences. Applicants must also take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), a national examination, at least one year before applying to medical school. Earning Potential $125,000.00 - $548,000.00
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