Orthopedic Surgeons
- Health Science
Median Yearly Income
$297,737
Most Common Education Level
Doctoral degree or more
Projected Job Growth
+3.48%
What do Orthopedic Surgeons do?
Diagnose and perform surgery to treat and prevent rheumatic and other diseases in the musculoskeletal system.
Career Interests Areas
- Investigative
- Realistic
- Social
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