Female doctors earn less than male doctors -- and that's a good thing, researchers say

Surgery simulators give residents a hand in building skills

Most patients facing an operation would of course prefer an experienced surgeon over one just...

Doctor sex misconduct cases monitored in secrecy

Privately run program's staff won't answer media questions.

Healthcare sector loses steam in California

Industry employment is growing nationwide, but hospitals in the state are cutting workers' hours,...

Doctors: Web ratings flawed

Critics say Web scores based on few reviews are unfair, unreliable.

Florida center trains doctors from around the world

Doral, Florida center uses cadavers to train surgeons from throughout the world.

Cancer educates a med student

Joshua Lilienstein is uninsured, battling to regain his health and learning to become a doctor at...

Hot jobs available in health care

College students pursuing health-care careers are finding plenty of opportunity in an otherwise...

Scribes are doctors' tech support

The workers, often young pre-med students, enter information into computers as physicians examine...

Groups say make shot mandatory for health workers

Two health organizations say it's time to have mandatory flu vaccination.

School nurses are in short supply

This fall, more school systems have cut back on registered nurses, assigned them to cover more...

Why I want to be a dietitian

Find out why one college senior wants to become an expert in the nutrition field.

Foreign doctors work well in US

Your doctor didn't graduate from a U.S. medical school? That's just fine, study suggests.

Hundreds enrolled in healthcare job training program

Unemployed adults are training to become medical assistants, pharmacy techs and nursing assistants.

Spotlight on: Family Therapists

Bringing a family-oriented perspective to mental health care.

Be a Psychiatrist

Doctors of the mind.

In Demand: Social Workers

Providing guidance and counseling for people in crisis.

Focus: Psychologists

Helping those who are emotionally and mentally unstable.

Be a Cosmetic Laser Technician

Using lasers to provide advanced skin care and anti-aging services.

Focus: Cosmetic Dentist

On the frontline with the professionals who work to create 'smiles' to remember.

In Demand: Plastic Surgeon Nurse

Assisting surgeons with procedures, treatment and patient recovery.

Spotlight on: Plastic Surgeons

On the frontline of medical correction or restoration of form and function.

In Demand: Medical Aestheticians

Help improve patients' lives by helping them improve their appearance.

Spotlight On: Dermatologists

Help patients by diagnosing and treating the body's largest organ.

Be a Skin-Care Product Developer

Create products that protect and rejuvenate consumers' skin.

What's a Dermato-Pathologist?

Learn about an exciting career that combines dermatology and pathology.

In Demand: Ob-Gyns

Physicians who specialize in women's health and reproductive care.

Spotlight On: Pediatricians

If you love kids, a career involving the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of children's diseases...

Labor & Delivery Nurses

Caring and nurturing mothers throughout their pregnancy.

Be an In Vitro Fertilization Specialist

Learn about those on the front line of treating infertility in both women and men.

In Demand: Nutrition Scientists

On the frontline of researching and maintaining the public's health and nutrition.

Spotlight on: Nutritionist

Experts in food, nutrition and health.

Be a Food Service Director

In the dining industry, the buck stops with food service director.

Focus On: Registered Dietitian

Help people develop better eating habits so they can lead happier, healthier lives.

Train to be a Cardiovascular Technician

Specialized technicians are invaluable to the heart-health team.

Focus on: Vascular Surgeon

The physicians who treat the body's "roadways."

In Demand: Cardiologists

On the front line with the physicians who treat the heart.

Cardiothoracic Surgeons Wanted

Talented surgeons needed to embrace emerging therapies, new technologies.

Work It as a Personal Trainer

Keep in shape while helping others shape up too!

Become an Acupuncturist

Use an ancient art of healing to give relief to people suffering from modern-day conditions.

Focus on: Marriage & Family Therapist

Help families repair and rebuild their relationships to live more happily ever after.

Are You Destined to be a Siddha Master?

Teach students how to awaken their dormant spiritual energy to achieve peace and well-being.

Become an OB/GYN Nurse

Give the gifts of women's reproductive health and bringing healthy babies into the world.

Work as an At-Home Geriatric Caregiver

Give the gift of living life to its fullest to our older population.

Help Others as a Child Psychologist

Give the gift of a hopeful future.

Focus On: Paramedics

Give the gift of saving lives all year round.

Focus On: Endocrinologist

M.D.s who specialize in gland diseases and disorders.

Managing Diabetes & Your Career

Practical solutions for managing your diabetes at work.

Focus On: Nutritionist

Promoting health through food.

Diabetes and your job

Know your employment and anti-discrimination rights.