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.
A Cardiothoracic surgeon in the U.S. is a physician (D.O. or M.D.) who first completes a general surgery residency (typically 5â7 years), followed by a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship (typically 2â3 years).
Any undergraduate degree To become a cardiologist, you must be accepted by and graduate from an accredited medical school and then successfully complete an internship. To get into medical school, you must have a good GPA for your bachelors degree and score well on your MCATs (Medical College Admission Tests).