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Top specialties where academic physicians earn less — and why it matters
Author(s)Austin Littrell
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New data reveals how physician pay gaps between academic and private practice vary widely by specialty — with some doctors losing over $100K.
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Academic physicians often earn significantly less than their
Using 2025 salary data from
While academics can offer prestige, research opportunities and better work-life balance, some specialties see a pay cut of over $100,000. Others experience virtually no difference.
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