Cardiologists
O*NET Code: 29-1212.00
Education Level
Zone 5 - Extensive Prep
Master's/Doctoral degree
Description
Diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in interventional procedures (e.g., balloon angioplasty and stent placement), echocardiography, or electrophysiology.
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💼 Also Known As
Cardiac SpecialistCardiologistCardiology Non-Invasive PhysicianCardiology PhysicianElectrophysiology CardiologistGeneral CardiologistHeart Failure CardiologistInterventional CardiologistInterventional Cardiology PhysicianInvasive CardiologistMedical Doctor (MD)Non-Invasive CardiologistNoninvasive CardiologistPediatric CardiologistPhysician
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📊 Skills Comparison
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Transition Difficulty: Challenging (0% skill overlap)
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