Source: SalaryDr satisfaction data for Plastic Surgery (N=74 verified submissions, updated September 6, 2026, data as of 2026-09-06). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
90% of plastic surgeons would choose their specialty again, with an average satisfaction of 4.6/5 and median salary of $750,000, based on 74 verified physician submissions on SalaryDr.
$750,000
$914,786
$710,000
$900,000
Based on 74 physician responses (1 = very dissatisfied, 5 = very satisfied)
64 of 71 respondents would choose plastic surgery again
Based on 74 physician responses (bar scaled to 80 hrs/week)
Anonymized responses from plastic surgeons about their career and work-life balance.
“Better management and clinic organization”
On career & specialty — Verified Plastic Surgeon
“-Avoid having to take any call- best for work life balance. -Prioritize your family- work will always be there ”
On career & specialty — Verified Plastic Surgeon
“Best part is being your own boss. Running a practice can be time consuming, but I have freedom. Also, vet your partners well. Having good partners that are like-minded is important. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Plastic Surgeon
“Fun cases, challenging, great patients”
On career & specialty — Verified Plastic Surgeon
“Still employed so taking smaller total compensation than when I buy in. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Plastic Surgeon
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