Orthopedic Surgery in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 56 Orthopedic Surgery physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.4/5
Satisfaction
91%
Would Choose Again
$1013k
Avg Comp
54
Avg Hours/Week
Real Experiences from Private Practice Orthopedic Surgery Physicians
“I work 6 days a week. 5 days surgeries, and 1 day (typically Saturday) administrative work. Great balance between work and life considering I am a woman with kids.”
Chicago, Illinois6 years40 hrs/wk$770k
“5 day work week with no call/no weekends. Clinic 4 days and operate 1 day.”
Maryland9 years50 hrs/wk$1800k
“Around 85 hours a week I wake up go on call meet patients onboard and complete checkups with coworkers as well as surgery”
Texas5 years85 hrs/wk$3725k
How Private Practice Compares to Other Settings
| Practice Setting | Physicians | Satisfaction | Avg Hours | Avg Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | 56 | 4.4/5 | 54 | $1013k |
| Academic | 24 | 3.3/5 | 59 | $436k |
| Hospital Employed | 16 | 3.3/5 | 49 | $790k |
| Hospital-employed | 13 | 4.2/5 | 60 | $769k |
| Residency | 5 | 4.0/5 | 67 | $73k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a Orthopedic Surgery physician in Private Practice?
Based on 56 responses, Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Private Practice report 4.4/5 satisfaction, working an average of 54 hours per week, earning an average of $1,012,634.91% would choose this path again.
How does Private Practice compare to other practice settings for Orthopedic Surgery?
Private Practice ranks among the 1 most common settings for Orthopedic Surgery. Compared to other settings, it offers above-average satisfaction scores.
Quick Stats
Satisfaction:4.4/5
Would Choose Again:91%
Avg Comp:$1013k
Avg Hours:54