Can someone explain how academic pediatricians are paid?

3rd year medical student who has always been interested in academic medicine and pediatrics. Going into medical school I figured I would do peds and the do a fellowship in something (Cardio, GI, Pulm, Neph). At this point I have done most of my rotations minus IM and I am still leaning towards peds, but I am worried about actually finding a job and being able to pay off my med school debt (most likely $400k+ when I graduate). I would also like to be in Chicago as that is where my... Read more
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