Cardiac Thoracic Surgeon Salary Report

As of September 20, 2025, a Cardiac Thoracic Surgeon earns approximately $1,200,000 per year ($100,000 monthly). Based on an average 70-hour work week, this translates to about $330 per hour.

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Salary Range and Market Analysis

Based on 1 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Cardiac Thoracic Surgeon ranges from $1,200,000 to $1,200,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $1,200,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Thoracic Surgeon average.

Career Growth and Subspecialty Trends

Entry-level Cardiac Thoracic Surgeon positions start at $NaN, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $1,200,000 – a NaN% increase.

Practice Settings and Employers

Base salary makes up 71% of total compensation ($850,000), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.

Work-Life Balance

Cardiac Thoracic Surgeon physicians report 5.0/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.

About Cardiac Thoracic Surgeon

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