Internal Medicine Work-Life Balance: What Doctors Actually Say
Real insights from 200 verified Internal Medicine physicians about their work-life balance, career satisfaction, and daily reality.
Verified Physician Data||SalaryDr Research Team
2.9/5
Avg Satisfaction
87%
Would Choose Again
200
Physician Responses
60
Avg Hours/Week
📋 Key Takeaways: Internal Medicine Lifestyle at a Glance
- •Career Satisfaction: Internal Medicine physicians report 2.9/5 average satisfaction, with 87% saying they would choose the specialty again.
- •Work Hours: The average Internal Medicine physician works 60 hours per week.
- •Experience Level: Insights based on physicians with an average of 2 years of experience.
- •Data Source: Based on 200 verified, anonymous physician submissions to SalaryDr.
💚What Do Internal Medicine Physicians Love About Their Job?
"This is a residency salary, so obviously much lower than attending, but pretty high compared to other resident salaries and other cities"— Internal Medicine Resident
"Negotiate for schedule, salary and expected wRVUs prior to signing contract. Demand a contract review, reassessment at least every 3 years, or include regular cost of living increases into the contract."— Internal Medicine Physician
"Negotiate for relocation and housing "— Internal Medicine Resident
"Negotiate for salary and less icu "— Internal Medicine Resident
"Negotiate for salary always "— Internal Medicine Physician
"Managed care bodel van be soul draining."— Internal Medicine Physician
"I travel a lot. It's probably not the best option if you have kids. My significant other travels with me since her job is mostly remote."— Internal Medicine Physician
"Watch out for work hours"