Source: SalaryDr satisfaction data for Internal Medicine (N=169 verified submissions, updated September 16, 2026, data as of 2026-09-16). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
78% of internists would choose their specialty again, with an average satisfaction of 3.6/5 and median salary of $340,000, based on 169 verified physician submissions on SalaryDr.
$340,000
$370,926
$300,000
$370,000
Based on 169 physician responses (1 = very dissatisfied, 5 = very satisfied)
124 of 158 respondents would choose internal medicine again
Based on 169 physician responses (bar scaled to 80 hrs/week)
Anonymized responses from internists about their career and work-life balance.
“Less patient census, more sub specialty coverage/help, less admits per day”
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
“Negotiate for salary always ”
On career & specialty — Verified Internist
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