Source: SalaryDr satisfaction data for Internal Medicine (N=154 verified submissions, updated August 2, 2026, data as of 2026-08-02). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
79% of internists would choose their specialty again, with an average satisfaction of 3.6/5 and median salary of $345,000, based on 154 verified physician submissions on SalaryDr.
$345,000
$375,432
$300,000
$372,000
Based on 154 physician responses (1 = very dissatisfied, 5 = very satisfied)
119 of 151 respondents would choose internal medicine again
Based on 154 physician responses (bar scaled to 80 hrs/week)
Anonymized responses from internists about their career and work-life balance.
“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.”
On career & specialty — Verified Internist
“Lack of specialist support ”
On career & specialty — Verified Internist
“I wish I had negotiated harder on my first contract. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Internist
“If I were going into IM today, I would take the extra year or 2 for a fellowship given the current climate. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Internist
“I have a tremendous amount of flexibility with my schedule. I’m only required to work 15 night shifts a month and can easily move around my shifts with my partner nocturnist who works the nights that I am off.”
On career & specialty — Verified Internist
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