We surveyed 133 cardiothoracic surgeons to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical cardiothoracic surgeon. Here are the results.
Can I learn to become a cardiothoracic surgeon?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a cardiothoracic surgeon typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a cardiothoracic surgeon?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically quite difficult to find a job as a cardiothoracic surgeon. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for cardiothoracic surgeons.