Surgical
General Surgery careers
General Surgery covers operative management of abdominal and soft-tissue disease. Teams typically work in theatres, surgical wards and combine surgeon, operating theatre nurse, anaesthesiologist roles. Compensation ranges from roughly $20,000 to $500,000 a year worldwide.
Quick answer
General Surgery focuses on operative management of abdominal and soft-tissue disease. Teams work in theatres, surgical wards and pay ranges from $20,000 to $500,000 a year worldwide.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | Surgical |
| Focus | operative management of abdominal and soft-tissue disease |
| Settings | Theatres, Surgical wards |
| Certifications | MRCS, FRCS |
| Salary range (USD) | $20,000 – $500,000 |
Roles in this specialty
- Surgeon
- Operating Theatre Nurse
- Anaesthesiologist
Core procedures and activities
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Hernia repair
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