Optometrists (also known as Doctors of Optometry in the US and Canada for those holding the O.D. degree[1] or Ophthalmic Opticians in the UK[2][3][4][5][6][7]) are medical professionals who provide primary eyecare through comprehensive eye examinations to detect and treat various visual abnormalities and eye diseases.
The first step toward becoming a surgeon is to earn a bachelor's degree. Although there is no specific mandated major, it's highly suggested you consider a major in the sciences, such as biology or chemistry. You must pass the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) to apply to medical school.
After this comes a second residency of two to three years in cardiothoracic surgery, with at least six months in pediatric surgery. Finally, qualifying in pediatric cardiothoracic surgery requires another one to two years in a specialized fellowship.raining. Even by surgical standards, pediatric cardiothoracic surgeons undergo a lengthy period of training. It starts with four years of undergraduate education, followed by four years in medical or osteopathic college.