A Gastroenterologist works with patients to treat, control, and manage a wide range of conditions. Some of the many conditions diagnosed and treated by Gastroenterologists include acid reflux disease, hemorrhoids, hepatitis, ulcers, hernias, and many more. Gastroenterologists must be able to diagnose the signs and symptoms of all digestive diseases and perform all the appropriate diagnostic tests.

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Gastroenterologists Salary

Overall, a Gastroenterologists salary is based on years of experience, geographic location, and the type of facility, type of shifts.

According to Salary.com, the current median expected salary for a Gastroenterologist in the United States is $267,444.

As stated at Payscale.com, Gastroenterologists in California, Ohio, and Texas reported the highest median annual salary of about $200,000. North Carolina and Illinois reported the lowest median annual salary of about $120,000.

Another survey by Payscale.com indicated that those employed by Government agencies, self-employed, or private practice were the highest earners, while those employed by schools and hospitals earned the least.

The Allied Physicians Salary Survey revealed that Gastroenterologist salary increases by years of experience as follows:

1-2 year - $265,000
3 or more - $349,000
Maximum - $590,000

Gastroenterology Job Outlook

Approximately five percent of licensed physicians practice in the field of Gastroenterology. There are also many assistant positions in the field of Gastroenterology.

Job outlook for all physicians is excellent for the years to come. Between now and 2014, the number of physicians is expected to increase faster than average due to the growing demand for quality family healthcare.

The shortage of physicians and other medical professionals is an issue around the world. There is a constantly growing demand for quality specialized healthcare.

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