Adult cardiac Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary Report

As of November 12, 2025, an Adult cardiac Cardiothoracic Surgeon earns approximately $1,150,000 per year ($95,833 monthly). Based on an average 73-hour work week, this translates to about $271 per hour.

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Salary Range and Market Analysis

Based on 3 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Adult cardiac Cardiothoracic Surgeon ranges from $700,000 to $1,250,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $1,250,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is above the general Cardiothoracic Surgeon average.

Career Growth and Subspecialty Trends

Entry-level Adult cardiac Cardiothoracic Surgeon positions start at $700,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $1,200,000 – a 71% increase.

Practice Settings and Employers

Base salary makes up 92% of total compensation ($946,667), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.

Work-Life Balance

Adult cardiac Cardiothoracic Surgeon physicians report 3.7/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.

About Adult cardiac Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Focuses on specialized adult cardiac procedures and treatments within cardiothoracic surgery, providing expert care in this specific area.