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  1. Occupations
  2. Pediatric Surgeons

Pediatric Surgeons

Diagnose and perform surgery to treat fetal abnormalities and birth defects, diseases, and injuries in fetuses, premature and newborn infants, children, and adolescents. Includes all pediatric surgical specialties and subspecialties.

SOC: 29-1243.00

Common Job Titles

  • General Surgeon
  • Physician
  • Surgeon
  • Thoracic Surgeon

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Pediatric Surgeons (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

1,050

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $189,720. 25th percentile: U.S. $239,200. 50th percentile: U.S. $239,200. 75th percentile: U.S. $239,200. 90th percentile: U.S. $239,200. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$189,720
10% of workers earn the following or more$239,200+
Workers on average earn$450,810

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Epic Systems
  • MEDITECH software
  • Microsoft Windows

Technology Skills

  • Computer imaging software
  • Electronic medical record EMR software
  • Human resources management system HRMS
  • Image-guided surgery software
  • Integra Radionics NeuroSight Arc
  • Medical laser control software
  • Practice management software PMS
  • Robotic surgery software
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Abdominal retractors
  • Amputation retractors
  • Anastomosis clamps
  • Andrews tables
  • Argon beam coagulators
  • Arterial line catheters
  • Artery forceps
  • Autologous blood recovery systems
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric 29-1242.00
  • Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric 29-1241.00
  • Urologists 29-1229.03
  • Anesthesiologists 29-1211.00
  • Dermatologists 29-1213.00

Moderately Similar

  • Cardiologists 29-1212.00
  • General Internal Medicine Physicians 29-1216.00
  • Neurologists 29-1217.00
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons 29-1022.00
  • Emergency Medicine Physicians 29-1214.00

Related

  • Obstetricians and Gynecologists 29-1218.00
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians 29-1229.04
  • Pediatricians, General 29-1221.00
  • Medical Assistants 31-9092.00
  • Radiologists 29-1224.00
  • Anesthesiologist Assistants 29-1071.01
  • Family Medicine Physicians 29-1215.00
  • Physician Assistants 29-1071.00
  • Allergists and Immunologists 29-1229.01
  • Chiropractors 29-1011.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CoursePediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Issuer: American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Doctoral ProfessionalMedicineIssuer: Rush University
  • Doctoral ProfessionalMEDICINEIssuer: University of South Alabama
  • Doctoral ProfessionalMedicineIssuer: Johns Hopkins University
  • Doctoral ProfessionalDoctor of Osteopathic MedicineIssuer: The Chicago School at Chicago
  • Doctoral ProfessionalMedicine/BusinessIssuer: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
  • Doctoral ProfessionalMedicineIssuer: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
  • Doctoral ProfessionalMedicineIssuer: University of Virginia-Main Campus
  • Doctoral ProfessionalMedicineIssuer: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • Doctoral ProfessionalDoctor of MedicineIssuer: Loyola University Chicago