Plastic Surgery in Private Practice
Work-life balance reality from 40 Plastic Surgery physicians working in Private Practice settings.
4.7/5
Satisfaction
88%
Would Choose Again
$1013k
Avg Comp
52
Avg Hours/Week
Real Experiences from Private Practice Plastic Surgery Physicians
“Predictable clinic. OR time slightly less predictable but easy to estimate. I’m in private practice so I take as much time off as I want. Can spend lots of time with my kids.”
Florida7 years40 hrs/wk$1215k
“Very good. 4.5 days per week. 2 surgery usually 7:30-4 and 2.5 clinic 9-5 or 9-1”
San Jose, California3 years40 hrs/wk$650k
How Private Practice Compares to Other Settings
| Practice Setting | Physicians | Satisfaction | Avg Hours | Avg Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | 40 | 4.7/5 | 52 | $1013k |
| Hospital-employed | 19 | 4.5/5 | 58 | $743k |
| Academic | 11 | 3.5/5 | 64 | $571k |
| Residency | 2 | 2.5/5 | 75 | $61k |
| Hospital-Employed | 1 | 4.0/5 | 60 | $800k |
Common Questions
What's it like to be a Plastic Surgery physician in Private Practice?
Based on 40 responses, Plastic Surgery physicians in Private Practice report 4.7/5 satisfaction, working an average of 52 hours per week, earning an average of $1,013,250.88% would choose this path again.
How does Private Practice compare to other practice settings for Plastic Surgery?
Private Practice ranks among the 1 most common settings for Plastic Surgery. Compared to other settings, it offers above-average satisfaction scores.
Quick Stats
Satisfaction:4.7/5
Would Choose Again:88%
Avg Comp:$1013k
Avg Hours:52