Paediatric Surgeon

A Paediatric Surgeon operates on infants, children and adolescents to treat medical conditions. You might work in hospitals or clinics, diagnosing, planning surgeries and providing ongoing care.

Paediatric Surgeons are vital in children’s healthcare. You’ll need surgical skill, precision, patience and compassion, plus strong communication to work with families and medical teams.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $269,984
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a paediatric surgeon?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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Doctor of Medicine
On Campus
3 - 5 years
$35,400 - $407,808
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Anaesthetist General Practitioner Medical Practitioner
Obstetrician Surgeon Career Medical Officer (CMO) Gastroenterologist Neurologist Oncologist Gynaecologist Psychiatrist Paediatrician Cardiologist Radiologist Medical Oncologist Radiation Oncologist Anatomist Endocrinologist Neurosurgeon Ophthalmologist Orthopaedic Surgeon Otorhinolaryngologist Paediatric Surgeon Plastic Surgeon Resident Medical Officer Rheumatologist Urologist Vascular Surgeon Internal Medicine Physician
+ 26 more

Bachelor of Medical Studies
On Campus
3 years
$39,720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Health Educator Medical Scientist Clinical Research Coordinator
Medical Assistant Public Health Analyst General Practitioner Surgeon Dermatologist Psychiatrist Paediatrician Cardiologist Radiologist Neurosurgeon Ophthalmologist Orthopaedic Surgeon Otorhinolaryngologist Paediatric Surgeon Plastic Surgeon Resident Medical Officer Respiratory Physician Rheumatologist Urologist Vascular Surgeon
+ 20 more
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