Western Medicine Doctor

Duties and Responsibilities: treat symptoms and diseases using drugs, radiation, or surgery.


Salary: $72,710


Education:  Bachelor’s degree 4 years

I would not like to be one because it is not something I would be interested in.

Allopathic physician (M.D.)

·       Duties and responsibilities: examine patients that obtain medical and interpret diagnostic test also prescribe and administer treatment for people that are suffering an injury or a disease. They also prevent healthcare such as diet/fitness.

·       Salary:$93,000

·       Education: Most require 4 years of study including emphasis or basic science, clinical, and social science.

Reflection: I would not like to be one because you have to deal with people that have diseases and I get easily grossed out.

ACUPUNCTURE

Duties and Responsibilities:

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical art practiced for more than 5,000 years. It involves inserting fine needles at points on the body's surface to influence physiological functions. Acupuncture practitioners treat a wide range of physical and psychological conditions and provide support for patients with chronic diseases.

Salary: An Acupuncturist can get wages between $56,000 and $84,000 based on tenure and industry expertise. Acupuncturists can receive wages of Seventy Seven Thousand Three Hundred dollars each year.

Education: Most licensed acupuncturists hold master's degrees or post-baccalaureate certificates from schools accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Graduates must pass the certification exam offered by NCCAOM and fulfill any additional state licensing requirements. 

Reflection: I would not like to be one because just by looking at it i feel pain. Now just imagine if i had to do it another person. I would not like to cause pain to others. It's like causing pain to myself. And i am usually okay with hurting people but only if they cause me emotional/physical pain. If not, then you and i are okay :)