$287,742
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$121k
MEDIAN
$288k
90%
$402k
The average salary for a General Surgeon is $287,742
Base Salary
$121k - $402k
Bonus
$1k - $59k
Profit Sharing
$8k - $347k
Total Pay
$114k - $415k
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What Do General Surgeons Do?
General Surgeon Tasks
- Diagnose and follow up with patients during clinic visits.
- Record and protect all patient information.
- Educate patients and their families on surgery risks, benefits, and follow up needs.
- Schedule, perform, and follow up with patient surgeries.
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Gender Breakdown
Male
66.5%
Female
33.5%
This data is based on 161 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
87%
Dental
71%
Vision
64%
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