BlackDuck
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I graduated from medical school a few years ago; and I have been thinking about whether to relocate to the US soon. The financial situation for a lot of doctors in the UK is not good and whilst it is true that we do work less hours than a doctor in the US, our hourly rate is a joke. There are consultants/attendings who are struggling to just pay off bills and one Consultant Orthopedic surgeon has been forced to buy clothes from charity shops. We have worked incredibly hard to get into medical school, not to mention the grueling 6 years of medical school and then another 10 years to become a consultant in your specialty to be in a position where you are struggling to get by is not what I want for myself. We deserve to be rewarded for our achievements and the tremendous service that we provide to society.
Other factors that have made me consider moving are the slow and inefficient workings of the NHS and the all-time low morale of its staff.
Clearly, moving to another country is a significant decision and one that requires a lot of consideration. My goal is to become a general and bariatric surgeon. I was wondering if anybody could give me some advice of how much you are likely to earn as an attending in this specialty in the US and what the tax situation is like for doctors on this salary? What is the crime/violence situation really like on the ground over there – we read about shootings on a weekly basis without surprise, but do you fear for your safety?
I would particularly be interested in hearing from British doctors who have made the move. What have you noticed are the main differences in working between UK and US? Are you happy with your decision or would you prefer to work in the UK?
Many thanks.
Other factors that have made me consider moving are the slow and inefficient workings of the NHS and the all-time low morale of its staff.
Clearly, moving to another country is a significant decision and one that requires a lot of consideration. My goal is to become a general and bariatric surgeon. I was wondering if anybody could give me some advice of how much you are likely to earn as an attending in this specialty in the US and what the tax situation is like for doctors on this salary? What is the crime/violence situation really like on the ground over there – we read about shootings on a weekly basis without surprise, but do you fear for your safety?
I would particularly be interested in hearing from British doctors who have made the move. What have you noticed are the main differences in working between UK and US? Are you happy with your decision or would you prefer to work in the UK?
Many thanks.