General Surgery in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 43 General Surgery physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.5/5
Satisfaction
83%
Would Choose Again
$592k
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic | 46 | 3.5/5 | 68 | $286k |
| Private Practice | 43 | 4.5/5 | 57 | $592k |
| Hospital-employed | 32 | 4.2/5 | 57 | $557k |
| Hospital Employed | 23 | 3.7/5 | 95 | $606k |
| Community | 8 | 2.8/5 | 75 | $73k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a General Surgery physician in Private Practice?
Based on 43 responses, General Surgery physicians in Private Practice report 4.5/5 satisfaction, working an average of 57 hours per week, earning an average of $591,739.83% would choose this path again.
How does Private Practice compare to other practice settings for General Surgery?
Private Practice ranks among the 2 most common settings for General Surgery. Compared to other settings, it offers above-average satisfaction scores.
Quick Stats
Satisfaction:4.5/5
Would Choose Again:83%
Avg Comp:$592k
Avg Hours:57