Health Care Opportunities
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Medical Corps (Physicians)
You strive to make things better. To save lives and help those in need. To you, medicine isn’t just a job. It’s a mission. And in the Navy Medical Corps, you’ll find it’s also a privilege.
- Why the Navy Medical Corps?
- The Navy vs. Private Practice
- Educational/Financial Benefits
- Medical Specialties
- Explore Further
Why the Navy Medical Corps?
As a physician in the Navy Medical Corps, you can make a difference caring for people on base, at sea or wherever duty calls.
- Attend to brave Sailors, Marines and servicemembers — as well as their families
- Take part in medical relief efforts and humanitarian causes — both stateside and abroad
As an Officer in the Navy Medical Corps, you can lead the way and further distinguish yourself, enhancing your credentials and expanding the boundaries of your expertise.
- Operate as a leader within your focus area and get exposure outside your specialty
- Collaborate with fellow Health Care Officers and partner with International Relief Teams and organizations such as FEMA, USAID and Project Hope
- Gain management experience that will serve you well throughout your career
In the world of Navy Health Care, you can attain a broader spectrum of experience faster as you find yourself at the forefront of the medical field.
- Utilize state-of-the-art medical equipment like Light-Emitting Diode (LED) probes, developed in conjunction with NASA to help heal wounds faster
- Practice the most up-to-date procedures, such as “forward surgery,” using a portable telecommunications system to link field medics with larger medical facilities for lifesaving consultation and care
- Be privy to high-tech training so advanced the civilian world may not even be aware of it yet
You’ll find none of the roadblocks of civilian medicine. No malpractice insurance to buy, no staff to hire, no equipment to acquire and no office to furnish. Plus, a flexible schedule that leaves more time for family and adventure.
This is the Navy. Everything is handled. And an established practice is waiting.
The Navy vs. Private Practice
Find an accelerated path to medical distinction.
Civilian Physician
Educational debt: $120,000* Plan on spending years paying off your debts — and even longer if you choose to specialize.
Setup costs: $300,000* Assume deeper debt to buy into a practice or establish your own.
Operating costs: Extensive Anticipate high overhead as well as the administrative complications of running your own business.
Vacations: At your discretion Leave your patients and practice in the hands of others during your absence.
Annual income: $140,000* Income varies depending on market, specialty and experience.
Retirement: Self-managed Fund and administer your own retirement plan.
Postgrad Training: Costly Specialize to increase your earning potential by tapping your own resources or taking on significant new debt.
Global Outreach: Elective Step away from your practice to pursue humanitarian projects of your own choosing and on your own time.
Navy Physician
Educational debt: Little to none Get 100% tuition and fees covered. And focus on your studies — without worrying about how to pay for it.
Setup costs: Covered Step into a thriving practice from day one.
Operating costs: Covered A global network provides advanced equipment, malpractice insurance and administrative support.
Vacations: Certain Take 30 days of worry-free vacation with pay earned every year.
Annual income: Competitive Earn a comfortable income with benefits reserved for Navy Officers.
Retirement: Generous Earn retirement income, and invest in a 401(k)-like savings plan.
Postgrad Training: Supported Pursue advanced, continuing education opportunities in your areas of interest — funded by the Navy.
Global Outreach: Available Provide critical medical care and education to impoverished and underserved citizens of the world.
* Dollar amounts are average approximations.
Educational/Financial Benefits
Wherever you are in your medical career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs.
And keep in mind: If you’re a student or resident, you can concentrate on your education or training with no military/training obligation until after your program is completed.
Students
Get Medical School Paid for
There are two ways to emerge from medical school debt-free. A Navy Medical Recruiter can help you choose the program that offers you the greatest advantage.
Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) — Receive 100% tuition coverage during medical school, PLUS:
- A monthly stipend of $1,907 to help cover living expenses for up to 48 months
- On top of that: a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000
Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) — Receive anywhere from $143,000 to $240,000 while attending medical school. This includes:
- A monthly military salary
- A generous housing allowance*
- Plus comprehensive health-care benefits
Offers have many variables. To learn details, request that a Navy Medical Recruiter contact you.
* Navy HSCP housing allowance based on medical school location. Increased offer amounts available in areas with a higher cost of living.
Residents
Get Supplemental Income In Medical Residency
There’s no real way to prepare for your residency. Long hours. Overwhelming work. Relocation. But with the Navy, your residency won’t put you further behind financially.
Navy Financial Assistance Program (FAP) — Offers potentially over $270,000 during your medical residency. That consists of:
- An annual grant of $45,000 for up to four years (on top of normal resident pay)
- A monthly stipend of $1,907 to help cover living expenses for up to 48 months
Offers have many variables. To learn details, request that a Navy Medical Recruiter contact you.
Practicing Physicians
Get Help Repaying Educational Loans
There’s an alternative to spending years paying down the cost of your medical education. If you’re currently a practicing physician:
Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program — Receive up to $114,900 to repay your medical school loans by applying to receive $38,300 each year for up to three years.
To be eligible, you must serve as an Active Duty Medical Corps Officer for each year you receive the loan payment. A minimum three-year service obligation is required.
Special pay may be available in critical need areas. Talk to a Navy Medical Recruiter to see if you qualify.
Offers have many variables. To learn details, request that a Navy Medical Recruiter contact you.
Medical Specialties
You have a lot to offer the world. That’s why the Navy Medical Corps has extraordinary fields to showcase your skills and ambition.
Navy Physicians practice in more than 30 specialties and subspecialties, including everything from anesthesiology to orthopedics. Radiology to surgery. Emergency medicine to family practice. And in any of these you may:
- Have many opportunities to consult with leaders in a variety of fields
- Find yourself attending rounds with visiting faculty
- Hear prominent guest lecturers
- Visit nearby teaching hospitals
- Train at a civilian or military institution if there’s an opening in a field that’s of mutual interest to you and the Navy
All while receiving a generous salary and competitive benefits package.
Learn more about specific careers in the Navy Medical Corps.
Explore Further
Expand the boundaries of your medical practice. Serve your country and humanity, aided by the latest technology. Set the standard for excellence in a progressive work environment.
Questions? Get more information and request a Navy Physician video now. We’re here to steer you through the process and look forward to hearing from you soon!