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Physician vs Radiologist salary

In Malaysia, a radiologist earns about 24% more than a physician $186,248 vs $150,620 per year.

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Healthcare
Physician
$150,620/yr
Monthly
$12,556
Hourly
$72
Range
$96,392$216,888
10-yr outlook
+3%
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Healthcare
Radiologist
$186,248/yr
Monthly
$15,529
Hourly
$89
Range
$122,560$264,089
10-yr outlook
+5%

Pay range, side by side

PercentilePhysicianRadiologist
Entry (10th)$96,392$122,560
25th$123,518$154,404
Median$150,620$186,248
75th$183,766$225,168
Senior (90th)$216,888$264,089

National Malaysia figures in MYR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a physician or radiologist earn more in Malaysia?
A radiologist earns more, at about RM 758,000 per year vs RM 613,000 for a physician — roughly 24% (RM 145,000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Malaysia?
A physician typically earns RM 392,300–RM 882,700, while a radiologist earns RM 498,800–RM 1,074,800 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Malaysia?
On a monthly basis before tax, a physician averages about RM 51,100 and a radiologist about RM 63,200.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Malaysia, a physician earns about RM 392,300 while a radiologist earns about RM 498,800 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Malaysia, a physician earns about RM 882,700 while a radiologist earns about RM 1,074,800 per year.
Are physician and radiologist similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Healthcare category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.