Family Medicine vs Emergency Medicine
A detailed comparison of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine based on real physician experiences, satisfaction ratings, and lifestyle insights.
Family Medicine
Average Satisfaction
4.0/5
Would Choose Again
80%
Survey Responses
5
What physicians say:
"Variety of cases, long term relationship with patients "
"Variety and ability to focus on certain areas I really enjoy, like derm, do lots of procedures including colonoscopy "
"At this time, I don't see any areas needing improvement in my current role. Very happy. "
Emergency Medicine
Average Satisfaction
3.6/5
Would Choose Again
80%
Survey Responses
5
What physicians say:
"Getting paid more. Don't ever take a low wage. You went through residency to become an expert in your field, get paid for it. "
"Variety"
"Variety, staff, sick patients, procedures"
Key Differences
- Satisfaction: Family Medicine (4.0/5) vs Emergency Medicine (3.6/5)
- Career Choice: 80% of Family Medicine vs 80% of Emergency Medicine physicians would choose their specialty again
- Response Volume: Based on 5 Family Medicine and 5 Emergency Medicine physician responses