General Surgery in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 35 General Surgery physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.6/10
Satisfaction
0%
Would Choose Again
$595k
Avg Comp
57
Avg Hours/Week
Real Experiences from Private Practice General Surgery Physicians
"2-3 weeks of vacation a year. doing about 9,000 wRVU per year. bread and butter general surgery and pretty complex/sick patients in the ER."
Washington12 years60 hrs/wk$649k
"Pretty good. 1:7 call .. live 3 mins away "
Pinehurst, North Carolina7 years55 hrs/wk$670k
How Private Practice Compares to Other Settings
| Practice Setting | Physicians | Satisfaction | Avg Hours | Avg Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | 35 | 4.6/10 | 57 | $595k |
| Hospital-employed | 28 | 4.2/10 | 57 | $539k |
| Academic | 17 | 4.1/10 | 58 | $514k |
| Hospital Employed | 15 | 3.7/10 | 55 | $708k |
| Hospital-Employed | 2 | 4.0/10 | 45 | $565k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a General Surgery physician in Private Practice?
Based on 35 responses, General Surgery physicians in Private Practice report 4.6/10 satisfaction, working an average of 57 hours per week, earning an average of $595,280.0% would choose this path again.
How does Private Practice compare to other practice settings for General Surgery?
Private Practice ranks among the 1 most common settings for General Surgery. Compared to other settings, it offers below-average satisfaction scores.
Quick Stats
Satisfaction:4.6/10
Would Choose Again:0%
Avg Comp:$595k
Avg Hours:57