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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Foot & Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon in Baltimore
GBMC HealthCare in Baltimore, MD seeks a physician to manage clinical care under supervision, focusing on orthopedic foot and ankle expertise. The role emphasizes initial patient evaluation, orders, and coordinated care with staff and specialists.
The physician will document progress in the ...Read more
Tenured Academic Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine in Minneapolis
The University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery seeks a full-time academic orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty in sports medicine, at Associate or Full Professor with tenure. The ideal candidate brings expertise in orthopedic sports medicine and a commitment to diversity and mentors ...Read more
Flexible IME Orthopedic Surgeon Medical Examiner in Flint
Dane Street is expanding their physician panel seeking skilled and board-certified Orthopedic Surgeons in Flint, MI for Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs). The role offers flexible scheduling, allowing for conducting exams based on availability.
This position requires thorough reviews ...Read more
Board-Certified Vet Orthopedic Surgeon — Private Practice in Scottsdale
Arizona Canine Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ, seeks an ACVS board-certified veterinary surgeon (or residency-trained nearing board certification) to join a four-surgeon orthopedic-only referral team.
This exclusive practice emphasizes hips, arthroscopy, fracture fixation, ...Read more
Oncology Orthopedic Surgeon - Academic Leader in Houston
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston seeks a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor (Oncology) in Orthopedic Surgery. The role includes active involvement in research, teaching, clinical service, and program leadership within UTPOrtho across Memorial Hermann locations.
Respo ...Read more
Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon - Per Diem in Conway
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Per Diem - MaineHealthOrthopedics and Sports Medicineiscurrently seeking a BC/BE physicianto join our growing Orthopedic Sports Medicine and Podiatry Practice at Memorial Hospital. This position provides a unique opportunity to provide patients with orthopedic services ...Read more
Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon in Rockport
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MaineHealth Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Rockport is seeking aBoard Certified/Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeonto join our expanding, team-based practice serving the coastal communities of Knox and Waldo Counties. This position is ideal for ageneral orthopedic sur ...Read more
Orthopedic Surgeon in Farmington
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MaineHealthOrthopedics and Sports Medicineiscurrently seeking a BC/BE physician to join their busy and dynamic group in their hospital-employed practice located in Farmington, Maine.The successful candidate will provide a mix of general orthopedic outpatient, inpatient, ...Read more
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon (MD/DO) in Fairfax
Inova Children's is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join a rapidly growing program at Northern Virginia's only dedicated children's hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a nationally recognized children's health system and contribu ...Read more
Orthopedic Surgeon - Per Diem in Farmington
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Per Diem - MaineHealthOrthopedics and Sports Medicineiscurrently seeking a BC/BE physician to join their busy and dynamic group in their hospital-employed practice located in Farmington, Maine.The successful candidate will provide a mix of general orthopedic outpatient, ...Read more