What does an Orthopedic Surgeon earn?
On average, orthopedic surgeons earn around $378,250 per year in the U.S.. Orthopedic surgeons work with a wide range of patients, from children to adults, to diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. As an orthopedic surgeon, you could choose to specialise in areas such as trauma care, joint reconstruction, sports medicine, or pediatric orthopedics.
How to earn more as an Orthopedic Surgeon
To become an orthopedic surgeon, you will need to complete medical school, followed by five years of residency training and a further year of fellowship in orthopedic surgery. In order to earn more, you could specialise in a particular area such as sports injuries or spinal conditions. You might also consider setting up a private practice or joining a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
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