Gastroenterologists
Overview
Introduction
Gastroenterologists are physicians who specialize in the treatment of the digestive system and associated organs, such as the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, and liver. The American Gastroenterological Association has more than 16,000 members.
Quick Facts
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Earnings
The average salary for all medical residents, including those who specialized in gastroenterology, was $63,800 in 2023, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges.
According to Salary.com, gastroenterologists earned median annual salaries of $426,679 in November 2024. Salaries ranged from less than $299,653 to $574,065 or more.
According to AMN Healthcare Gastro...
Work Environment
The offices and examining rooms of most physicians are well equipped, attractive, well lighted, and well ventilated. There is usually at least one nurse-receptionist on the physicians staff, and there may be several nurses, a laboratory technician, one or more secretaries, a bookkeeper, or receptionist.
Physicians usually see patients by appointments that are scheduled according to indiv...
Outlook
Employment of all physicians is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations through 2033, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The rising demand for specialty care (particularly by a growing aging population) coupled with a shortage of trained physicians has resulted in a good job market for those who choose to specialize. If the trend continues, the outlook for gastroente...
