Lee Health offers a compensation structure that reflects the high-volume nature of this practice and the value placed on experienced OB/GYN physicians. The two-tier salary model provides clarity from the start while production incentives reward physicians who build busy practices.
New graduates begin with a base salary of $350,000 plus a $35,000 sign-on bonus (10% of base). Experienced physicians start at $400,000 with a $40,000 sign-on bonus (10% of base). Both tiers include wRVU-based production bonuses that add meaningfully to total compensation. Physicians who embrace the volume at HealthPark routinely reach 75th percentile productivity, and the highest producers achieve 90th percentile earnings. The practice does not cap earning potential for those willing to work.
Relocation assistance totals $20,000 and runs through a relocation agency, meaning you pay nothing out of pocket for moving expenses. This removes a common friction point when uprooting a household for a new position.
The benefits package reflects Lee Health's nonprofit status and commitment to physician retention. Malpractice insurance includes tail coverage, eliminating a significant financial concern if you ever transition away from the organization. As a nonprofit health system, Lee Health participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, making this position attractive for physicians carrying medical school debt.
Florida has no state income tax, which effectively increases your take-home pay compared to positions in states with income tax. A $400,000 salary in Fort Myers stretches further than the same figure in California, New York, or many other states where OB/GYN opportunities exist. Combined with Southwest Florida's moderate cost of living relative to coastal metropolitan areas, this compensation package delivers genuine purchasing power.
The structure here rewards longevity and productivity. Physicians who commit to the practice, build patient relationships, and handle volume find their earnings grow substantially beyond the base salary. For those with student loans, the PSLF eligibility adds another layer of financial advantage that compounds over time.