General Surgery in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 42 General Surgery physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.5/5
Satisfaction
83%
Would Choose Again
$597k
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 | 42 | 4.5/5 | 57 | $597k |
| Hospital-employed | 32 | 4.2/5 | 57 | $557k |
| Academic | 25 | 3.9/5 | 62 | $430k |
| Hospital Employed | 22 | 3.6/5 | 97 | $617k |
| Hybrid | 5 | 3.8/5 | 73 | $68k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a General Surgery physician in Private Practice?
Based on 42 responses, General Surgery physicians in Private Practice report 4.5/5 satisfaction, working an average of 57 hours per week, earning an average of $597,495.83% 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 above-average satisfaction scores.
Quick Stats
Satisfaction:4.5/5
Would Choose Again:83%
Avg Comp:$597k
Avg Hours:57