job description

Presidents need them. Parents need them. Even young children need them. People who wouldn’t have survived 100, 50, or even 10 years ago can now have their lives saved thanks to Heart Surgeons. This highly demanding career requires years of schooling and a strong stomach. You’ll have to be incredibly cool under a lot of pressure in the O.R., and you’ll work with a skilled team of nurses and therapists to consult with patients before and after their operation. Over the next ten years America will face a severe shortage of Heart Surgeons. In other words, stay focused and you’ll be in high demand.


education requirements

Bachelor’s, plus Medical School and Residency


recommended courses

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Social Sciences


average salary

$416K, with potential to earn much more based on experience and reputation


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