Source: SalaryDr Gastroenterology Fellowship Salary Data (2026). Median: $75,000/year. Sample: 12 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/fellowship-salary/gastroenterology
Gastroenterology Fellowship Salary (2026)
The median gastroenterology fellow salary is $75,000 per year, based on 12 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After fellowship, gastroenterology attendings earn a median of $680,000 — a 9.1x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Gastroenterology Fellow Salary by Fellowship Year
How gastroenterology fellow compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-2 | $83,500 | 6 |
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 $680,000.
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 12 approved salary reports on SalaryDr.
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 $680,000, which is 9.1x 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 3.7/5.0 on average. 100% say they would choose gastroenterology again if given the choice. They work an average of 59 hours per week.
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