Ophthalmology in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 53 Ophthalmology physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.7/5
Satisfaction
94%
Would Choose Again
$832k
Avg Comp
44
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
“I work 4.5 days a week with 1 full day in the OR. Only office call. Patients are so thankful and happy to see! It is truly the most rewarding career. ”
South Carolina5 years33 hrs/wk$850k
How Private Practice Compares to Other Settings
| Practice Setting | Physicians | Satisfaction | Avg Hours | Avg Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | 53 | 4.7/5 | 44 | $832k |
| Hospital-employed | 17 | 4.1/5 | 49 | $636k |
| Academic | 10 | 3.6/5 | 40 | $731k |
| Hospital Employed | 9 | 4.3/5 | 42 | $490k |
| Hospital-Employed | 1 | 3.0/5 | 42 | $1900k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a Ophthalmology physician in Private Practice?
Based on 53 responses, Ophthalmology physicians in Private Practice report 4.7/5 satisfaction, working an average of 44 hours per week, earning an average of $832,182.94% 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 above-average satisfaction scores.
Quick Stats
Satisfaction:4.7/5
Would Choose Again:94%
Avg Comp:$832k
Avg Hours:44