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Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric

Health Science · Therapeutic Services

Job zone 5: extensive preparationO*NET 29-1242.00

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$200,780
median pay per year, Texas (no San Antonio figure is published for this career)
$76k10th$201kMedian$758k90th
Wage percentiles: 10th $75,580, 25th $155,250, Median $200,780, 75th $639,500, 90th $758,150

New workers start near $75,580; experienced workers reach $758,150. About 490 people do this job in Texas.

Job outlook

U.S. projection, 2024 to 2034.

Employment change
+4%
nationwide
Openings a year
400
nationwide, from growth and people leaving
Employed in 2024
14,700
nationwide

Typical entry education: Doctoral or professional degree · Training: Internship/residency

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What the work is

Diagnose and perform surgery to treat and prevent rheumatic and other diseases in the musculoskeletal system.

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    Zone 5

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  4. Urologists

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  5. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

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  6. Dermatologists

    Zone 5 Bright outlook

    $336kSan Antonio

  7. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians

    Zone 5

    $297kSan Antonio

  8. Neurologists

    Zone 5 Bright outlook

    $361kTexas

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