Which healthcare professional requires the most years of education prior to working?

A colorectal surgeon typically completes a bachelor’s degree, medical school, a general surgery residency, and additional specialty training in colorectal surgery. This usually takes more years than the education paths for a gastroenterologist, orthodontist, or endoscopy technician. Therefore, the colorectal surgeon requires the most years of education before working.

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