The doctor's roles and missions
Doctors have varied and important roles and missions. It is their duty to provide medical and surgical care to patients in order to maintain and improve their health and well-being. Here are the main roles and missions of a doctor:
Assess patients' symptoms and sources of pain or discomfort, then establish the appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
Prescribing medication, injections or medical procedures, depending on patients' symptoms.
Carry out comprehensive medical examinations and interpret them correctly.
Participate in medical consultations and meetings.
Write medical documents, such as case reports or laboratory reports.
Monitor patients' progress and response to treatment.
Participating in research and clinical studies.
Educating patients and families about treatments and medicines.
Attending medical seminars and conferences to keep abreast of the latest medical advances.
Coordinate patient care with other medical staff, such as nurses and technicians.
Doctors are an integral part of the healthcare system and play a fundamental role in ensuring the health and well-being of patients. They must respect established ethical standards and act with care, compassion and dedication towards their patients.
Salary and career development
A doctor can look forward to a very attractive annual salary, depending on his or her years of experience and speciality.
0 to 2 years: Between €40,000 and €55,000 gross per year
2 to 5 years: Between 55,000 and 65,000 euros gross per year
5 to 10 years: Between 65,000 and 75,000 euros gross per year
10 to 15 years: Between 75,000 and 85,000 euros gross per year
More than 15 years: More than 85,000 euros gross per year
In addition, doctors have a number of options if they wish to progress in their career. These include head of department, medical consultant, trainer, medical expert or project manager. Each of these professions can offer interesting opportunities, and the salary can be very attractive.
