5. Otolaryngology
Average annual compensation: $398,000
The main areas of concern for this medical specialist are the ear, the nose, and the throat. Otolaryngologists aren’t so far ahead from radiologists when it comes to annual income and are quite satisfied with their chosen careers with 92% saying they will pick the same specialty again if asked.
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