Internal Medicine Work-Life Balance: What Doctors Actually Say

Based on 128 verified physician responses, Internal Medicine has a 3.5/5 average career satisfaction rating.77% of Internal Medicine physicians say they would choose the specialty again if starting their career over. The average Internal Medicine physician works 51 hours per week.

Based on 10 responses, Internal Medicine physicians report: “Good enough as a resident in training. GME could do better with funding such as meals.” Another physician shared: “It is taxing! WLB is a myt.”

Based on SalaryDr data, Internal Medicine physicians work an average of 51 hours per week. This varies by practice setting—academic and hospital-employed positions often require more hours than private practice.

From 2 Internal Medicine physicians who shared challenges: “I wish I had negotiated harder on my first contract. ” Another noted: “Couldn’t ask for a better practice, just hate what primary has become. The burnout is real. ”

77% of Internal Medicine physicians surveyed say they would choose Internal Medicineagain if starting their career over. This data is based on 128 verified, anonymous physician responses collected by SalaryDr.

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