These potential disadvantages must be weighed before making a career decision. Opportunities for the physician are unlimited. From the family practice physician to the specialized neurosurgeon, there is a specialty to interest and challenge most anyone. An alternative to standard allopathic medical schools granting the M.D. degree are the osteopathic medical schools whose graduates receive the D.O. degree. This approach uses standard medical methods of diagnosis and treatment, but in addition, a doctor of osteopathy uses musculoskeletal manipulation proven successful in many diseases and ailments.
Medical schools require coursework in basic sciences with a major in an y field.
Acceptance requires a minimum GPA of 3.5 and a good score on the Medical College Admission Test. Optometry Optometrists are primary eye care providers who examine patients to diagnose, and in some cases treat vision problems and eye disease. They also test for proper depth and color perception and ability to focus and coordinate the eyes. Optometrists prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, vision therapy, and low-vision aids. They may teach, do research, or consult and serve on health advisory committees.