General Surgery in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 38 General Surgery physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.6/5
Satisfaction
84%
Would Choose Again
$601k
Avg Comp
58
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 | 38 | 4.6/5 | 58 | $601k |
| Hospital-employed | 28 | 4.2/5 | 57 | $539k |
| Academic | 24 | 3.9/5 | 62 | $419k |
| Hospital Employed | 21 | 3.6/5 | 99 | $615k |
| Hospital-Employed | 2 | 4.0/5 | 45 | $565k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a General Surgery physician in Private Practice?
Based on 38 responses, General Surgery physicians in Private Practice report 4.6/5 satisfaction, working an average of 58 hours per week, earning an average of $601,179.84% 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:4.6/5
Would Choose Again:84%
Avg Comp:$601k
Avg Hours:58