We surveyed 120 plastic surgeons to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical plastic surgeon. Here are the results.

Can I learn to become a plastic surgeon?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a plastic 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 plastic surgeon?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically quite difficult to find a job as a plastic surgeon.