How Much Does an Orthopedist Earn?

For every kind of illness a specialized doctor is needed. In the case of injuries and deformities of bones, tendons, muscles, joints and ligaments of the human body, it is necessary to be treated by a orthopedic doctor.

This professional acts directly in the care, reconstruction and treatment of muscles, bones, ligaments and joints. In addition, it promotes the treatment and rehabilitation of the injured system, in addition to ensuring well-being and the prevention of possible injuries.

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This medical specialty is among the highest paid professions in the area. Interested? Want to know more about the salary prospects of these professionals? See below:

How much does an orthopedist earn?

According to information from the job site Catho, the average salary for an orthopedist in Brazil is

BRL 13,885.

How much does an Orthopedic Surgeon make?

Still according to information on the Catho website, orthopedists who also work as surgeons have an average salary of BRL 18,244.

How much does a certified orthopedist earn?

The Southeast regions are covered by tender opportunities for orthopedists. Salaries vary according to the workload and the size of the municipality.

See some examples:

• Municipality of Divinópolis (MG): BRL 2,291 (20 hours a week)
• Specialty Medical Outpatient Clinic (AME) in Rio Claro (SP): BRL 12,935 (40 hours per week)
• Hospital das Clínicas of the Faculty of Medicine of Ribeirão Preto (SP): BRL 6,577 (24 hours a week)
• Hospital das Clínicas of the Faculty of Medicine of USP (SP): BRL 4,325 (20 hours a week)
• Unicamp Development Foundation (SP): BRL 6,272 (22 hours a week)