Description: An Interventional Cardiologist is a type of Cardiologist that specializes in catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel conditions without major open-heart surgery. 

Characteristics Needed: To be a successful Interventional Cardiologist, one should have these characteristics: Exceptional decision-making skills, great attention to detail, strong hand-eye coordination, resilience, effective communication skills, etc.

Schooling: Bachelor’s Degree – 4 years, Medical School – 4 years, Internal Medicine Residency – 3 years, General Cardiology fellowship – 3 years, Interventional Cardiology Fellowship – 1/2 years

Average National Salary: $690,000 – $767,000 annually