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The average salary for an Ophthalmologist in U.S. is $312,120.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $312,120

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $150.06

What does an Ophthalmologist earn?

On average, Ophthalmologists earn around $312,120 per year in the U.S. They provide medical and surgical care to patients with diseases and disorders of the eye. An ophthalmologist can choose to specialise in a particular area such as paediatric ophthalmology, glaucoma, or cataract surgery.

How to earn more as an Ophthalmologist

To become an Ophthalmologist, you will need to complete a medical degree, plus additional study in Ophthalmology and a residency program. If you want to move up the career ladder, you could further specialize such as optometry or pathology. You could also explore alternative employment paths such as working with a research center, joining a hospital, or becoming a consultant for pharmaceutical companies. Ultimately, you may decide to be self-employed or open a clinic of your own.

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Ophthalmologist - Medical or Surgical Retina Specialist

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Requisition Number: OPHTH004317

Full-Time

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Johnson City, NY 13790, USA

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Ophthalmologist: Comprehensive/Cornea/Glaucoma — Partnership in Glen Burnie

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