Allopathic Physician (M.D.)

Duties and Responsibilities: Physicians examine patients; obtain mental histories; order, perform and interpret diagnostic test; and prescribe and administer treatment for people suffering from injury or disease. They counsel patients about illness, injuries, health conditions and preventive healthcare (diet/fitness, smoking cessation, etc.).  They can also conduct medical research, teach and run medical centers.

Salary: $232,830

Education: It takes four years to obtain a degree in allopathic medicine.