We surveyed 752 surgeons to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical surgeon. Here are the results.
Can I learn to become a surgeon?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a 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 surgeon?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically quite difficult to find a job as a surgeon. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for surgeons.
Do surgeons work full-time or part-time?
81% of surgeons work in full-time roles while 19% work part-time.