Source: SalaryDr Internal Medicine Fellowship Salary Data (2026). Median: $82,000/year. Sample: 9 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/fellowship-salary/internal-medicine
Internal Medicine Fellowship Salary (2026)
The median internal medicine fellow salary is $82,000 per year, based on 9 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After fellowship, internal medicine attendings earn a median of $317,500 — a 3.9x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Internal Medicine Fellow Salary by Fellowship Year
How internal medicine fellow compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $70,000 | 5 |
Internal Medicine: Fellow vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from fellowship to subspecialist attending is the final and often largest increase in a physician’s career.
Internal Medicine Fellowship Training
Fellowship Duration
1–3 years (varies by subspecialty)
Salary Progression
Fellow salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per year of training. After completing fellowship, subspecialist internal medicine attending physicians earn a median of $317,500.
Frequently Asked Questions: Internal Medicine Fellowship Salary
How much do internal medicine fellows make in 2026?
Internal Medicine fellows earn a median salary of $82,000 per year based on 9 approved salary reports on SalaryDr.
How long is internal medicine fellowship?
Internal Medicine fellowship training is 1–3 years (varies by subspecialty). Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per year.
How much more do internal medicine attendings make compared to fellows?
Internal Medicine attending physicians earn a median of $317,500, which is 3.9x more than the median fellow salary of $82,000. This gap represents the final and often largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are internal medicine fellows satisfied with their subspecialty choice?
Internal Medicine fellows rate their career satisfaction at 3.1/5.0 on average. 89% say they would choose internal medicine again if given the choice. They work an average of 60 hours per week.
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