Source: SalaryDr Hematology Oncology Fellowship Salary Data (2026). Median: $82,423/year. Sample: 10 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/fellowship-salary/hematology-oncology
Hematology Oncology Fellowship Salary (2026)
The median hematology oncology fellow salary is $82,423 per year, based on 10 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After fellowship, hematology oncology attendings earn a median of $355,000 — a 4.3x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Hematology Oncology Fellow Salary by Fellowship Year
How hematology oncology fellow compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-2 | $87,500 | 6 |
Hematology Oncology: Fellow vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from fellowship to subspecialist attending is the final and often largest increase in a physician’s career.
Hematology Oncology Fellowship Training
Fellowship Duration
1–3 years
Salary Progression
Fellow salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per year of training. After completing fellowship, subspecialist hematology oncology attending physicians earn a median of $355,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Hematology Oncology Fellowship Salary
How much do hematology oncology fellows make in 2026?
Hematology Oncology fellows earn a median salary of $82,423 per year based on 10 approved salary reports on SalaryDr.
How long is hematology oncology fellowship?
Hematology Oncology 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 hematology oncology attendings make compared to fellows?
Hematology Oncology attending physicians earn a median of $355,000, which is 4.3x more than the median fellow salary of $82,423. This gap represents the final and often largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are hematology oncology fellows satisfied with their subspecialty choice?
Hematology Oncology fellows rate their career satisfaction at 3.6/5.0 on average. 88% say they would choose hematology oncology again if given the choice. They work an average of 48 hours per week.
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