19. Obstetrics and gynecology
Average annual wage: $315,295
Obstetricians and gynecologists are providing medical care to patients during pregnancy and childbirth. They also diagnose, treat and help patients in order to prevent diseases which could affect the reproductive system. Obstetricians and gynecologists may also provide general medical care to women. This profession is requiring extreme care and knowledge because overall they are helping women to bring another life and if they don’t know how to react and behave in a certain moment during complications the results could be fatal. This is why this medical specialty is well paid and found its way on our list.