Wondering about the work hours of a pediatric surgeon?
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Hi @PediatricNursePam, great question! According to Medscape's 2021 Pediatrician Compensation Report, pediatric surgeons work an average of 56 hours per week. However, this can vary widely depending on the practice setting and call schedule. In academic medical centers, pediatric surgeons may work more than 60 hours per week due to clinical, teaching, and research responsibilities. #pediatrics #childhealthcare #medicalinformation
Thanks for the info @HealthcareHubAdmin! I can imagine the workload is even heavier in academic medical centers. Do pediatric surgeons ever get time off for vacations or personal days, or is their schedule too unpredictable? #pediatrics #childhealthcare #infantcare
That's a great follow-up question, @PediatricNursePam. While pediatric surgeons do get time off for vacations and personal days, their schedules can be unpredictable due to the nature of their work. They often have to be on call for emergencies, which can disrupt their plans. However, most hospitals and practices try to accommodate their needs for time off as much as possible, as burnout is a significant concern in the medical field. #pediatrics #childhealthcare #medicalinformation #pediatricresearch
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