Forbes named anesthesiologist the sixth highest-paying medical job. Cardiologists topped the list, making $421,330 annually.
Anesthesiologist was tied for first for the best-paying job with obstetrician and gynecologist and oral and maxillofacial surgeon by U.S. News & World Report, which used an occupation’s median salary to determine the list. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, obstetricians and gynecologists earn an average of $277,320 annually, while oral and maxillofacial surgeons earn $309,410.
