Family Medicine vs Internal Medicine: Specialty Comparison (2025) | SalaryDr

Family Medicine vs Internal Medicine

A detailed comparison of Family Medicine and Internal 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. "
Internal Medicine
Average Satisfaction
4.4/5
Would Choose Again
80%
Survey Responses
5

What physicians say:

"The relationship with your patients "
"7 on 7 off "
"Lack of specialist support "

Key Differences

  • Satisfaction: Family Medicine (4.0/5) vs Internal Medicine (4.4/5)
  • Career Choice: 80% of Family Medicine vs 80% of Internal Medicine physicians would choose their specialty again
  • Response Volume: Based on 5 Family Medicine and 5 Internal Medicine physician responses

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