Gastroenterology Work-Life Balance: What Doctors Actually Say
Real insights from 4 verified Gastroenterology physicians about their work-life balance, career satisfaction, and daily reality.
Verified Physician Data||SalaryDr Research Team
4.3/10
Avg Satisfaction
92%
Would Choose Again
79
Physician Responses
50
Avg Hours/Week
📋 Key Takeaways: Gastroenterology Lifestyle at a Glance
- •Career Satisfaction: Gastroenterology physicians report 4.3/10 average satisfaction, with 92% saying they would choose the specialty again.
- •Work Hours: The average Gastroenterology physician works 50 hours per week.
- •Experience Level: Insights based on physicians with an average of 10 years of experience.
- •Data Source: Based on 79 verified, anonymous physician submissions to SalaryDr.
💚What Do Gastroenterology Physicians Love About Their Job?
⚖️Is Gastroenterology a Good Work-Life Balance Specialty?
"3.5 days outpatient, one day in the hospital. 0.5 days practice management"— Gastroenterology Physician
"Great work life balance . Weekly hours range from 40-60 hours per week depending of your call that weekend or not . Typically on call every 5-6 weekends and one day per week . "— Gastroenterology Physician
"I work 4 days per week, about 32-36 hours/wk. 8 weeks of vacation although at my discretion I can take more. Half day spent in office and half a day spent doing procedures. Call at local 150 bed hospital is light, averaging 1-2 patients per day, and usually no overnight emergencies. "— Gastroenterology Physician
"No weekends/calls. Gives the opportunity for weekend locums for extra 130k per year "— Gastroenterology Physician
🔧What Are the Biggest Challenges in Gastroenterology?
"Less charting and administrative burden"— Gastroenterology Physician
"Very happy. As we grow our practice quality of life increases and call decreases for everyone "— Gastroenterology Physician
"Less clicks/unnecessary documentation in EMR"