A general surgeon works with a variety of instruments with a variety of patients under many different conditions. Surgeons treat injury, disease and deformities, repair bone and tissue, perform preventative surgery for debilitating diseases, while patient is under local or general anesthesia. Surgeons work in hospitals, government agencies, schools, private practices, and businesses. Surgeons work closely with other physicians.

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A General Surgeon's Salary Range

Overall, General Surgeon's salaries are based on years of experience, geographic location, public demand, the type of facility and required schedule.

According to Salary.com, the current median expected salary for a General Surgeon in the United States is $250,086.

The Allied Physicians Salary Survey revealed a difference in salary for general surgeons by years of experience as follows:

1-2 Years � $226,000
3 or More � $291,000
Maximum - $520,000

General Surgeon Job Outlook

The job outlook for general surgeons is good as the shortage for physicians is occurring around the world. Employment opportunities are expected to grow faster than average between now and 2014. The Department of Labor reported that 14.6 of all practicing physicians specialized in surgery.

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