Surgeons, all other
Physicians & Surgeons
Surgeons, All Other includes surgical specialists not classified separately, encompassing various surgical subspecialties. These surgeons perform operations to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities specific to their specialty area, applying advanced surgical techniques and technologies to improve patient outcomes and restore function.
Working conditions
These surgeons work in hospitals, surgical centers, and specialty clinics where they perform surgical procedures in their area of expertise. Work involves operating rooms, pre-operative and post-operative care areas, and outpatient clinics, typically requiring on-call availability for surgical emergencies and irregular hours to accommodate surgical schedules.
Academic requirements
This occupation requires a medical degree (MD or DO) followed by completion of specialty-specific surgical residency training ranging from 5–7 years. State medical licensure and board certification in the relevant surgical specialty are required. Many pursue additional fellowship training for sub-specialization.
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Typical salary range
$175K - 239K
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Years Higher Education
13 - 16
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Job Outlook
Good