2025 ACFAS Member Compensation & Practice Report
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The 2025 ACFAS Member Compensation and Practice Survey offers an official benchmark of ACFAS Fellows who are certified by the ABFAS, but also insights on the personal and professional satisfaction of our members. Among respondents, nearly 86% report being satisfied with their career as a foot and ankle surgeon (49.9% “very satisfied” and 35.9% “somewhat satisfied”), underscoring the rewarding nature of the specialty.
With 769 ACFAS Fellows participating, up from 622 in 2021, this survey represents the largest and most statistically reliable dataset focused exclusively on ACFAS Fellow members. The results highlight unique factors not captured elsewhere, deep insights around total income, RVU productivity, and on-call pay. While most data is positive, it does highlight a gender pay disparity among foot and ankle surgeons. ACFAS will further investigate this data to understand the drivers and develop appropriate strategies to respond to the issue.
These findings carry important weight as they not only validate the value and satisfaction of a career in foot and ankle surgery but also serve as a critical tool for supporting members and inspiring the next generation of surgeons.