The Neurosurgeon

Duties and Responsibilities:  Neurosurgeons perform  surgery on the brain , and the spinal cord and peripheral nerves to remove tumors, relieve chronic pains and treat wounds.

Salary: A Neurosurgeon earns an average salary of $384,576 per year.

Education: Earn a Bachelor's degree, Attend medical school , pass the medical licensing exam , complete an internship, become state licensed , and continue education.

Demand for profession : Expected to grow 24 %.