Female Family Physicians May Earn $1.8 Million Less Than Male Peers Over a Lifetime

Am Fam Physician. 2023 Oct;108(4):346-347B.

Abstract

The average salaries of female physicians are lower than those of their male peers. Previous studies demonstrate that female family physicians earn approximately 16% less than their male counterparts.1 However, multiple studies have demonstrated benefits of having a female physician, including quality of care and relationships.2,3 After controlling for multiple variables, the wage gap persists, making gender biases the most likely explanation.

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Physicians, Family*
  • Physicians, Women*
  • Salaries and Fringe Benefits