What does a Ophthalmologist do?

You examine eyes, diagnose diseases and perform surgery when needed.

How much does a Ophthalmologist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 95'000, mid ~CHF CHF 180'000 per year (approximate).

Ophthalmologist

Health & Medicine

Ophthalmologists diagnose and treat diseases of the eyes and the visual system. They conduct examinations, prescribe visual aids and, when necessary, perform surgery for conditions such as cataracts or glaucoma. The work demands the highest precision and comprehensive medical knowledge.

Entry

~CHF 95'000

CHF 7'917/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 180'000

CHF 15'000/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 350'000

CHF 29'167/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity / ETH

Duration132 months

Your path to Ophthalmologist

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Secondary School

You are here

High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Master's degree

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Master's degree

Starting salary: CHF 95'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics7/10

🔬 Science9/10

💻 IT5/10

🔧 Manual7/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance4/10

🎨 Creativity4/10

🤝 Social Contact7/10

💪 Physical Demands5/10

📈 Career Growth9/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)7/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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