We surveyed 81 orthopedic surgeons to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical orthopedic surgeon. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as an orthopedic surgeon?
Low
High
Working as an orthopedic surgeon typically requires higher levels of intelligence when compared with the average career. This means that orthopedic surgeons are required to actively learn new things related to their discipline and solve complex problems.
Can I learn to become an orthopedic surgeon?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as an orthopedic surgeon typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as an orthopedic surgeon?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically quite difficult to find a job as an orthopedic surgeon. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for orthopedic surgeons.