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Gastroenterologist

A gastroenterologist specializes in the digestive system. They work to treat & diagnose disorders in the GI tract, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. These specialists need to be able to work long or irregular hours, perform endoscopies to see the inside of the digestive system, refer patients if needed, and create plans of treatment.

To become one, a person must complete a bachelor's degree, medical school, and a residency program. As of 2021, the average pay is about $453,000, so the schooling is worth it for many.

Bidle, T. S., McKinley, M. P., & O'Loughlin, V. D. (2021). Anatomy & Physiology: An Integrative Approach. McGraw-Hill LLC. p. 1026

Career Girls. (2023). How to Become a Gastroenterologist. Career Girls. Retrieved April 18, 2023, from https://www.careergirls.org/careers/gastroenterologist/

Medical Assistant

Medical assistants help increase the quality of patient care. They may fill out administrative work, help with prescription refills, and perform some exams. For schooling, a high school diploma is needed. To further their education, they could take certificate programs; otherwise, most of their training happens on the job. The pay averages out at $37,000 a year.

Medical Assistants : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. (2022, October 25). Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved April 18, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm

Dietitian

Dietitians, also known as nutritionist, create food plans and programs. They talk to clients about nutritional habits they should use to help manage their conditions. Dietitians are responsible to keeping themselves up to date with latest research as well as documenting their patients' information. Workplace settings include: hospitals, outpatient clinics, the government, or self-employment.

To become dietitian, a bachelor's degree and residency or internship is required. On average, they make about $61,000 per year.

Dietitians and Nutritionists : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. (2022, September 30). Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved April 18, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dietitians-and-nutritionists.htm

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