Source: SalaryDr Gastroenterology Fellowship Salary Data (2026). Median: $75,000/year. Sample: 11 verified submissions. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/fellowship-salary/gastroenterology
Gastroenterology Fellowship Salary (2026)
The median gastroenterology fellow salary is $75,000 per year, based on 11 verified submissions on SalaryDr. After fellowship, gastroenterology attendings earn a median of $710,000 — a 9.5x increase.
Source: SalaryDr verified data • Updated Sep 2026
Gastroenterology Fellow Salary by Fellowship Year
How gastroenterology fellow compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $73,000 | 2 |
| PGY-2 | $92,000 | 6 |
| PGY-3 | $76,000 | 3 |
Gastroenterology: Fellow vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from fellowship to subspecialist attending is the final and often largest increase in a physician’s career.
Gastroenterology Fellowship Training
Fellowship Duration
1–3 years
Salary Progression
Fellow salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per year of training. After completing fellowship, subspecialist gastroenterology attending physicians earn a median of $710,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Gastroenterology Fellowship Salary
How much do gastroenterology fellows make in 2026?
Gastroenterology fellows earn a median salary of $75,000 per year based on 11 verified submissions on SalaryDr. Salaries range from $70,000 to $112,595 depending on fellowship year and location.
How long is gastroenterology fellowship?
Gastroenterology fellowship training is 1–3 years. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per year.
How much more do gastroenterology attendings make compared to fellows?
Gastroenterology attending physicians earn a median of $710,000, which is 9.5x more than the median fellow salary of $75,000. This gap represents the final and often largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are gastroenterology fellows satisfied with their subspecialty choice?
Gastroenterology fellows rate their career satisfaction at 3.5/5.0 on average. 100% say they would choose gastroenterology again if given the choice. They work an average of 58 hours per week.
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