Earnings can rrange fro $100,000 to $400,000 annually.
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But it will not take magic to become a orthopedic, it will require hard work anf dedication.
Some skills you'll need will include the following:
-Self-Motivated
-Work well under pressure
-Communication skills
-Physically fit
-Emotionally well and stable
Education:
Complete 2-3 years of a bachelors degree;
Including several sciences:
After this youl will need to attend medical school, based mainly off your grades, which will take 3-4 years to complete;
After this you will need to pass the certifying exams of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC); then to finish you will need to obtain your license.
I hope this expanded your knowledge on the posistion of an orthopedic surgeon, and if you are trying to pursue a career in this field then good luck to you!
-G.P.
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