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Getting a Job as a Surgeon

"I want to be a doctor. I am very smart and talented. What are the chances of getting a good paying job as a surgeon?"

Responses were sent from:
Northern Arizona University, The University of Vermont, and Juniata College.

Member Institution and Association Answers:

From Northern Arizona University:

First, read question 1 answer. After med school you would have subspecialize (more school) in a surgical subspecialty. Then, you could set up your own practice, work for hospital or HMO, whatever. There will be no problems making a living!

James E. Casebeer
Assistant Director
Office of Enrollment Services
Northern Arizona University
928-523-6080
james.casebeer@nau.edu

From The University of Vermont:

Unfortunately, I am not the person who can tell you the answer to that question. It all depends on you really. Most jobs as a surgeons tend to pay very well. But depending on the choices in education that you make, and your commitment to your dream of becoming a surgeon; this is the only way to determine your chances of getting a good paying job as a surgeon.

Devin Harmon
Assistant Director of Admissions
The University of Vermont
194 South Prospect Street
Burlington, VT 05401
Phone: (802) 656-4624
Fax: (802) 656-4663
E-mail: Devin.Harmon@uvm.edu
web: http://www.uvm.edu

From Juniata College:

Once you have your degree, the chances of getting a 'good job' as a surgeon are great! Right now, you should focus on challenging yourself in high school, getting excellent grades, and finding college that will prepare you for graduate school!

Heather R. Doyle
Admission Counselor
Multicultural Recruitment
Juniata College
Huntingdon, PA
(814)641-3430
doyleh@juniata.edu