Comparative distribution of pediatric surgeons by region
| Region (%) | Demografia Medica 2018 | Demografia Medica 2020 | Study survey |
| North | 3.9 | 4.3 | 6.0 |
| Northeast | 15.7 | 16.8 | 18.7 |
| South | 17.9 | 17.1 | 25.6 |
| Southeast | 53.3 | 52.6 | 42.3 |
| Midwest | 9.1 | 9.2 | 7.4 |
| Total | 100 (n=1378) | 100 (n=1514) | 100 (n=352) |
Demografia Medica data are taken from versions 2018 and 2020.19 24 The study survey represents 25.5% and 23.2% of the 2018 and 2020 pediatric surgery provider population, respectively.