Internal Medicine Specialties
Explore 13 medical specialties in the Internal Medicine category. Complete salary information, requirements, and career pathways for New Zealand.
Diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the heart and blood vessels.
$210,000 - $360,000
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Hospitals, cardiac catheterisation labs, outpatient clinics
Diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive system and liver.
Diagnosis and treatment of hormone-related disorders including diabetes and thyroid disease.
Diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases and management of dialysis patients.
Diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory system disorders.
$190,000 - $330,000
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Hospitals, respiratory clinics, sleep disorder centres
Diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal diseases.
$190,000 - $330,000
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Hospitals, rheumatology clinics, immunology centres
Diagnosis and treatment of infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
$200,000 - $340,000
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Hospitals, infection control units, travel medicine clinics
Comprehensive medical care for older adults with complex health conditions.
$180,000 - $310,000
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Hospitals, aged care facilities, geriatric assessment units
Specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses focusing on symptom relief and quality of life.
$180,000 - $310,000
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Hospices, palliative care units, community palliative care services
Study of drugs in humans, including drug development, safety, and therapeutic use.
$190,000 - $320,000
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Hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies
Medical treatment of cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies.
$220,000 - $380,000
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Cancer centres, oncology units, outpatient clinics
Diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders, including leukaemia, lymphoma, and bleeding disorders.
Diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system including brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
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