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Should I Choose Preventive Medicine?

Real decision-making data from 3 verified Preventive Medicine physicians. Here is what they actually think.

2.7/5
Avg Satisfaction
100%
Would Choose Again
42
Avg Hours/Week
$326K
Avg Compensation

The Verdict

100%
of Preventive Medicine physicians would choose the specialty again

An overwhelming 100% of Preventive Medicine physicians say they would choose the specialty again -- a strong endorsement.

Work-Life Balance Reality in Preventive Medicine

42
average hours per week reported by Preventive Medicine physicians
“I work for a health insurance company as a senior medical director. Half of my bonus is merit based. The other half is stock grants in the insurance company. I work 35-40 hours per week from home. I love my job!”
— Preventive Medicine Physician

How Preventive Medicine Compares

See how Preventive Medicine stacks up against other popular specialties.

Preventive MedicineCurrent
Satisfaction:2.7/5
Choose Again:100%
Hours:42
Comp:$326K
Pediatrics
Satisfaction:4/5
Choose Again:83%
Internal Medicine
Satisfaction:3.6/5
Choose Again:84%
Family Medicine
Satisfaction:3.5/5
Choose Again:77%
SpecialtySatisfactionWould Choose Again

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Preventive Medicine worth it?

Based on 3 verified physician responses, Preventive Medicine physicians report 2.7/5 average satisfaction and 100% say they would choose the specialty again. Average total compensation is $326K. Whether it is worth it depends on your priorities, but the data suggests most physicians are satisfied with their choice.

What's the work-life balance like in Preventive Medicine?

Preventive Medicine physicians work an average of 42 hours per week. One physician shared: "I work for a health insurance company as a senior medical director. Half of my bonus is merit based. The other half is stock grants in the insurance c..."

How much do Preventive Medicine physicians make?

Based on SalaryDr data, Preventive Medicine physicians earn an average total compensation of $326K. With an average of 42 hours per week, that translates to roughly $149/hour.

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Avg Hours
Avg Comp
Preventive MedicineCurrent2.7/5100%42$326K
Pediatrics4/583%47$310K
Internal Medicine3.6/584%56$206K
Family Medicine3.5/577%48$244K