Hi,

Becoming a neurosurgeon requires a degree in medicine from medical school, an expensive process that requires going into a significant degree of debt. These programs typically last four years. After medical school, students will be required to pass the Medical Licensing Exam, either during the end of medical school or towards the end of residency. These scores will determine placement into residency programs.

After passing this exam, an aspiring neurosurgeon requires a yearlong hospital internship, followed by 6 to 8 years of residency in a neurosurgical program. During this process, the aspiring surgeon will work closely alongside practicing surgeons, eventually assisting in surgical procedures.

Finally, neurosurgeons must become licensed and certified by the medical board. These certifications and licensure will require that neurosurgeons continue their education to maintain their board certified and licensed status. The level of experience and test scores will determine how quickly a surgeon moves through the residency program, thus affecting their income.

Most neurosurgeons work between 50 and 60 hours per week. They can work the regular 9 to 5 schedule or even make their own schedule. However, during the residency process, a typical day for a resident can last from 8 in the morning until midnight.

BELOW ARE THE HIGHEST PAYING COUNTRIES FOR NEUROSURGEONS :-

1. UNITED STATES

2. SWITZERLAND

3. NORWAY

4. JAPAN

5. AUSTRALIA

6. CANADA

7. DENMARK

8. IRELAND

9. NETHERLANDS

10. UNITED KINGDOM

Hope this helps.

Good luck.