Here are five fast facts on neurological surgery, based on the Merritt Hawkins physician revenue calculator and the 2020 Medscape physician compensation report:
1. Number of neurological surgeons in the U.S.: 4,751
2. Board certification: 82 percent
3. Surgeons age 55 and older: 49 percent
4. Average revenue generated: $2.4 million
5. Mean annual salary for neurosurgeons: $645,000