Glory
You will save people's lives. How much more glory do you want? Sure, NBA players will make more money than you, but can they help a little kid grow again? Can they save the life of a mother of four? No professional athlete (or at least that we know of) can help an infertile couple have the family they've always wanted. Your prize is in knowing that you're using your super smarts to keep people healthy and improve their lives. That and you'll make lots of money, too.