As of December 28, 2025, a Cornea Ophthalmologist earns approximately $690,000 per year ($57,500 monthly). Based on an average 43-hour work week, this translates to about $272 per hour.
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Based on 11 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Cornea Ophthalmologist ranges from $465,000 to $700,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $850,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is above the general Ophthalmologist average.
Entry-level Cornea Ophthalmologist positions start at $515,600, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $697,667 – a 35% increase.
Base salary makes up 87% of total compensation ($532,909), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Cornea Ophthalmologist physicians report 4.6/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Focuses on specialized cornea procedures and treatments within ophthalmology, providing expert care in this specific area.
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Distribution based on 11 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $690,000
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