Medicine
Orthopaedic Surgeon career guide
Orthopaedic Surgeons work in medicine settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on trauma fixation, arthroplasty, sports injury management, with pay typically ranging from $55,000 to $600,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Orthopaedic Surgeons earn approximately $55,000–$600,000 per year with high global demand. Entry typically requires medical degree plus orthopaedic residency, plus registration with bodies such as GMC, ABOS.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Medicine |
| Education | Medical degree plus orthopaedic residency |
| Certifications | FRCS (Tr&Orth), Board certification |
| Regulators | GMC, ABOS |
| Salary range (USD) | $55,000 – $600,000 |
| Demand | High |
Core skills
- Trauma fixation
- Arthroplasty
- Sports injury management
Career progression
- 1Orthopaedic Trainee
- 2Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
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