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Neurosurgery in Academic

Work-life balance reality from 16 Neurosurgery physicians working in Academic settings.

3.5/10
Satisfaction
0%
Would Choose Again
$839k
Avg Comp
64
Avg Hours/Week

Real Experiences from Academic Neurosurgery Physicians

"What balance? There is only work. "
California5 years80 hrs/wk$850k

How Academic Compares to Other Settings

Practice SettingPhysiciansSatisfactionAvg HoursAvg Comp
Private Practice284.5/1065$1241k
Hospital-employed254.5/1063$897k
Academic163.5/1064$839k
Hospital Employed73.9/1071$1888k
Hospital-Employed13.0/1050$850k

Common Questions

What's it like to be a Neurosurgery physician in Academic?

Based on 16 responses, Neurosurgery physicians in Academic report 3.5/10 satisfaction, working an average of 64 hours per week, earning an average of $839,453.0% would choose this path again.

How does Academic compare to other practice settings for Neurosurgery?

Academic ranks among the 3 most common settings for Neurosurgery. Compared to other settings, it offers below-average satisfaction scores.

Quick Stats

Satisfaction:3.5/10
Would Choose Again:0%
Avg Comp:$839k
Avg Hours:64

Compare Settings

Private Practice (28) →Hospital-employed (25) →Hospital Employed (7) →Hospital-Employed (1) →

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