This document summarizes the job of a trauma surgeon. It discusses the long hours and fast-paced nature of saving lives in the emergency room. The surgeon specializes in injuries from car accidents, shootings, and deformities. Extensive education is required, including 4 years of undergraduate study, 4 years of medical school, and 3-8 years of residency training. Trauma surgeons can expect to earn an average salary of $339,738 per year working indoors in hospitals and responding to emergencies.