Neurologist

Duties and Responsibilities: A neurologist is trained in the diagnoses and treatment of nervous system disorders, including diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. They perform neurological exams of the nerves, head and neck and other cognitive abilities. They perform diagnostic tests such as:

v  CAT scan

v  MRI scan

v  Spinal tap

v  EEG scan

Salary: $160,000 annually

Education: They must complete residency training, they may also enroll in a program that helps develop expertise in movement disorders. They must earn a state license to practice medicine. They must also pass both parts, written and oral, of the exam administered by the ABPN.