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Physicians are medical professionals who diagnose and treat diseases, illnesses and injuries. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the demand for doctors will increase by 14 percent through 2016, resulting in 90,000 new jobs for those who have the required education and credentials.
Education
Doctors typically receive a bachelor's degree in a scientific field like biology or chemistry before attending medical school.
Time Frame
Bachelor's degree programs normally take four years to complete. Medical school consists of two years of classroom-based instruction and two years of clinical practice.
Cost
The average cost of public medical schools was $66,750 for in-state residents in 2009, according to CostHelper.com. The average cost of private medical schools was $139,000.
Licensing
After graduating from medical school, doctors must pass a written examination in order to treat patients independently.
Specialties
After receiving a state-issued license, doctors who wish to specialize in a particular field of medicine must complete a residency program that can last up to seven years. At the conclusion of the residency, specialists take an exam in their particular field offered by the American Board of Medical Specialists.
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