Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialists

There is no way to obtain direct experience in high school, but it's a good idea to take as many health and science classes as possible and participate in science clubs. During your medical training, you will gain experience by completing a four-year residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and additional training through fellowships in specialties such as voice disorders, rhinology, facial plastic surgery, voice ENT, otology, and head and neck cancer.

To be a successful ENT specialist, you should be a an excellent clinician, pay close attention to detail, and have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Other important attributes include being a good listener and having strong communication skills. You should also enjoy working with people and have respect and compassion for your patients. Being imaginative and adaptable is also a desirable trait for this profession.