Here are the top 5 doctor specialties with the highest hourly rate.
Number five, cardiology. Cardiologists make an average salary of $490,000,
and work an average of 58 hours per week, yielding an average hourly wage of $169 per hour.
Number four, ear, nose, and throat. ENT physicians have an average salary
of $469,000 per year and work an average of 53 hours per week, averaging $177 per hour.
Number three, dermatology. Dermatologists earn on average $438,000
and work an average of 45 hours per week, averaging $195 per hour.
Number two, orthopedic surgery. Orthopedic surgeons’ average annual salary is $557,000
and they work an average of 57 hours per week, yielding an hourly wage of $195 per hour.
Number one, plastic surgery. Plastic surgeons make an average of $576,000 per year and work
an average of 52 hours/week, giving us an hourly wage of approximately $222 per hour.
It is important to mention that these are averages, and variation is expected.
Even within specialties, salary and weekly hours can vary widely depending on the type of practice,
geography, and numerous other factors.
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