What does a Orthopaedic Surgeon do?

You operate on and treat bones, joints and muscles.

How much does a Orthopaedic Surgeon earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 100'000, mid ~CHF CHF 220'000 per year (approximate).

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Health & Medicine

Orthopaedic surgeons deal with diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles and tendons. They provide both conservative and surgical treatment, from sports injuries to joint replacement. Manual dexterity and spatial awareness are essential.

Entry

~CHF 100'000

CHF 8'333/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 220'000

CHF 18'333/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 380'000

CHF 31'667/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity / ETH

Duration144 months

Your path to Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Secondary School

You are here

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High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH3 years

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Master's degree

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Starting salary: CHF 100'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics6/10

🔬 Science9/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual9/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance4/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact7/10

💪 Physical Demands6/10

📈 Career Growth9/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)8/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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