Burn Surgeon Salary in the United States

The Burn Surgeon performs escharectomy, skin grafting, and secondary burn surgery. Examines, diagnoses, and surgically treats patients with burns from heat, cold, chemical, or electrical incidents. Being a Burn Surgeon determines which instruments and method of surgery will be most successful in achieving desired outcome. Reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. In addition, Burn Surgeon may provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. May provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. Requires a special degree in medicine from an accredited school. Typically reports to the chief of surgery. Requires a license to practice. Burn Surgeon's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2020 Salary.com)