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Looking for a college major that pays the big bucks, well you better be ready for the long haul according to a recent article by CNBC on "The Top Paying Jobs of 2010". Four out of the five top paying jobs in 2010 are in the medical field and require a doctorate degree.
Here is a list of the top 5 highest paying jobs in 2010 provided by CNBC with a link to information about what majors/degrees and certifications are needed in order to start working in that field.
5. Obstetricians & Gynecologist
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtR45mk9xSufvnPte4xH5X_xWLqKtxgyP1rsf-1v9j4VpjUMgj_Qx47JXmjL4PbcXBr-BzjILX0JOHEFLBvm0WSTNIwjVa_37N43zS5cAbVpDf3B7UHRasbq70lhBDgkgZx5FN7Fwi7ug/s200/ob_gyn_0513.jpg)
Average annual salary: $204,470
Job details : Specialize in women’s health; treat and prevent disease related to pregnancy and the reproductive system.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
4. Orthodontists
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_MQl5cnYKMVKwU5HxusDEyz3uiM2AwhIkfpCilkKeO1EpiU3fjQrstimzbUoH_ky9pIChj850Nn8nSuU6hCBOJWqWwyTC4dONiM4NPTVIJr1z7_fe6KxyrW_ayCibK_9J4P07Y-eaTTI/s200/final+color+500.jpg)
Average annual salary: $206,190
Job details: Apply braces or retainers to straighten patient’s teeth.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
3.Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
Average annual salary: $210,710
Job Details: "Care for patients with problem wisdom teeth, facial pain, and misaligned jaws. They treat accident victims suffering facial injuries...etc."(via AAOMS)
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
2. Anesthesiologists
Average annual salary: $211,750
Job details: Administer anesthetics during operations or pain relief during other procedures outside the operating room.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
1.Surgeons
Average annual salary: $219,770
Job details: Operate to treat patient’s injuries or diseases.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
Source Via CNBC
Looking for a college major that pays the big bucks, well you better be ready for the long haul according to a recent article by CNBC on "The Top Paying Jobs of 2010". Four out of the five top paying jobs in 2010 are in the medical field and require a doctorate degree.
Here is a list of the top 5 highest paying jobs in 2010 provided by CNBC with a link to information about what majors/degrees and certifications are needed in order to start working in that field.
5. Obstetricians & Gynecologist
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtR45mk9xSufvnPte4xH5X_xWLqKtxgyP1rsf-1v9j4VpjUMgj_Qx47JXmjL4PbcXBr-BzjILX0JOHEFLBvm0WSTNIwjVa_37N43zS5cAbVpDf3B7UHRasbq70lhBDgkgZx5FN7Fwi7ug/s200/ob_gyn_0513.jpg)
Average annual salary: $204,470
Job details : Specialize in women’s health; treat and prevent disease related to pregnancy and the reproductive system.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
4. Orthodontists
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_MQl5cnYKMVKwU5HxusDEyz3uiM2AwhIkfpCilkKeO1EpiU3fjQrstimzbUoH_ky9pIChj850Nn8nSuU6hCBOJWqWwyTC4dONiM4NPTVIJr1z7_fe6KxyrW_ayCibK_9J4P07Y-eaTTI/s200/final+color+500.jpg)
Average annual salary: $206,190
Job details: Apply braces or retainers to straighten patient’s teeth.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
3.Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
Average annual salary: $210,710
Job Details: "Care for patients with problem wisdom teeth, facial pain, and misaligned jaws. They treat accident victims suffering facial injuries...etc."(via AAOMS)
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
2. Anesthesiologists
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihmT0AYXPEshJ1QZiflNwheiXwd9dnGOq1UlP0ZSGjXZllCNp8nqAcXXR2CJa_lDwxqZ4LWnB3ELlM-K3TN7UpVOD_QwhYt5_gKI2UTwSAaHXPPfkrMgpBzDhFY6TpM9vGGkXYkBtPmqM/s1600/images.jpeg)
Job details: Administer anesthetics during operations or pain relief during other procedures outside the operating room.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
1.Surgeons
Average annual salary: $219,770
Job details: Operate to treat patient’s injuries or diseases.
Majors/Degrees Needed: Click
Source Via CNBC