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Surgeon

 
Background
Surgeons are doctors who perform operations to treat injuries, diseases, and other medical conditions. They work in hospitals and surgical centres, using specialized instruments and techniques to repair or remove damaged body parts. Before surgery, they examine patients and plan their approach; during surgery, they work with a team including nurses and anaesthetists; and afterwards, they monitor patients' recovery.
Similar Roles
Lessons to help you on this path
Publications
The LancetBritish Journal of Surgery
Books
The Checklist ManifestoWhen Breath Becomes AirThe House of God
Movies
Grey's AnatomyScrubs
Key Figures
Christiaan BarnardJoseph ListerMagdi YacoubJames Lind
Classification
SIC Code8050, 8062The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference617.9, 610.92For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Surgical DoctorOperative SurgeonSurgical Physician
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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