Orthopaedic surgeon compensation has shown a steady increase from 2020 to 2024. Starting at an average salary of $511,000 in 2020, salaries have risen to $558,000 by 2024. Alongside base salaries, incentive bonuses have also grown, from $96,000 in 2020 to $134,000 in 2023. This upward trend underscores the growing value and demand for orthopaedic specialists in the healthcare industry. The data highlights a consistent rise in both salary and bonus components, reflecting the profession’s evolving landscape and the increasing recognition of orthopaedic surgeons’ expertise and contributions.
Source: How orthopedic pay changed over 5 years: Medscape
