Surgeon

Sometimes the only way to diagnose, repair or treat medical problems is through surgery. Specializing in operating room procedures, Surgeons provide critically intricate care specific to the needs of each patient. Whether they operate as a general surgeon or focus on a specialized area such as cardiac or pediatric surgery, these highly trained professionals play an important role in ensuring the health and well-being of every single one of their patients.

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• Component:

Air Force Active Duty Air National Guard Air Force Reserve

• Rank:

Officer

• AFSC:

45SX

What you'll do

• Treat diseases and injuries by surgical means

• Examine patients, x-rays and lab tests to determine the best procedures for pre- and postoperative care

• Coordinate surgical operation with anesthesiologist

• Assist specialists in performing surgery

• Educate interns and residents in surgical procedures

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TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you from the civilian sector to a leader and an Officer in the Air Force? From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.

• Officer Training School

5.5 weeks

• Military Training Location

Maxwell AFB, AL

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REQUIREMENTS

You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.

• Minimum Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine

• Qualifications

• Completion of a residency or fellowship in surgery

• Completion of additional residency or fellowship related to subspecialty

• Completion of Officer Training School course

• Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthday