Ophthalmology in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 50 Ophthalmology physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.7/10
Satisfaction
0%
Would Choose Again
$850k
Avg Comp
45
Avg Hours/Week
Real Experiences from Private Practice Ophthalmology Physicians
"No call! No weekends or holidays and I finish at 2 pm two out of 5 working days "
Houston, Texas3 years37 hrs/wk$725k
"Clinic 3 days per week with a half day of surgery per week. 3.5 day work week with no call or weekend hours. "
California20 years28 hrs/wk$1000k
"No weekends, mix of clinic and surgery"
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania5 years28 hrs/wk$300k
"Excellent work life balance. Lots of very thankful patients. Personal practice grew quickly from a lot of good word of mouth. Enjoy keeping on top of practice finance and operations. Also rewarding having a voice and making a difference in the board room."
Virginia4 years38 hrs/wk$1040k
How Private Practice Compares to Other Settings
| Practice Setting | Physicians | Satisfaction | Avg Hours | Avg Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | 50 | 4.7/10 | 45 | $850k |
| Hospital-employed | 17 | 4.1/10 | 49 | $636k |
| Academic | 8 | 3.5/10 | 39 | $897k |
| Hospital Employed | 7 | 4.6/10 | 41 | $519k |
| Hospital-Employed | 1 | 3.0/10 | 42 | $1900k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a Ophthalmology physician in Private Practice?
Based on 50 responses, Ophthalmology physicians in Private Practice report 4.7/10 satisfaction, working an average of 45 hours per week, earning an average of $850,199.0% would choose this path again.
How does Private Practice compare to other practice settings for Ophthalmology?
Private Practice ranks among the 1 most common settings for Ophthalmology. Compared to other settings, it offers below-average satisfaction scores.
Quick Stats
Satisfaction:4.7/10
Would Choose Again:0%
Avg Comp:$850k
Avg Hours:45