• Ophthalmology / Eye Specialist

Future Prospects: Very Good

Salary(India):

360000 - 3000000

About

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are doctors who care for patients with eye conditions. They diagnose, treat and prevent disorders of the eyes and visual system, using medical and surgical skills.

An Ophthalmologist is a medical doctor (MD) or a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) who specializes in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are trained to perform eye exams, diagnose and treat disease, prescribe medications and perform eye surgery. They also write prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses

Various Paths To Follow

Path 1

  • 12th with PCB
  • MBBS
  • MD/ MS in Ophthalmology
  • Fellowship

Path 2

  • 12th with PCB
  • MBBS
  • DNB in Ophthalmology
  • Fellowship

Path 3

  • 12th with PCB
  • MBBS
  • Diploma in Ophthalmologist

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Skills | Personality | Interests Required

Skills & Aptitude

  1. Active Learning

  2. Active Listening

  3. Critical Thinking

  4. Learning Strategies

  5. Coordination

  6. Instructing

  7. Service Orientation

  8. Social Perceptiveness

  9. Complex Problem Solving

  10. Judgment and Decision Making

  11. Management of Personnel Resources

Personality

  1. Achievement/Effort

  2. Adaptability/Flexibility

  3. Analytical Thinking

  4. Attention to Detail

  5. Persistence

Interests

  1. Realistic

  2. Investigative

  3. Social

Jobs, Future Prospects & Salaries

Future Prospect

Salary Growth In India

Min SalaryMax Salary
Entry Level3600001900000
Middle Level19000002500000
Senior Level25000003000000

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