Sermo vs. Doximity:
Which physician network is right for you?

Whether you’re looking for opportunities to earn extra income, peer collaboration, clinical insights or secure patient calling, find out which platform best fits your needs as a physician — and why over 1 million doctors worldwide choose Sermo.

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More than an app — where physicians earn, connect, and grow

Sermo brings HCPs together to share insights, earn for their expertise, and connect with peers who understand the realities of medicine.

See what makes us different from Doximity
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Earn supplemental income

Sermo paid members over $25M last year for sharing their insights through surveys, interviews, and community contributions.

Make meaningful connections

Discover real insights, vent about tough days, or share laughs — all with peers who get it.

Collaborate instantly

Join 1+ million physicians solving clinical challenges together from over 150 countries.

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Control your experience

Post anonymously or with your name, share cases, and engage on your terms — in a verified, physician-only space.

Built to help you practice, learn, and earn

Paid medical surveys

Over $25 million paid to members last year — with surveys matched to your specialty.

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Secure patient calling

Make unlimited, private patient calls from anywhere with Sermo Mobile. Display your office number as the caller ID to protect your privacy and boost pickup rates.

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Physician drug ratings

Discover 1.2+ million drug ratings. Real-world insights from doctors like you.

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Patient cases

Post cases and get same-day insights — Sermo members share millions of insights each year.

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Sermo by the numbers

What is Doximity?

Doximity is a medical app focused on workflow tools like faxing, telehealth, and secure messaging. It’s helpful for communication with less focus on collaboration. Unlike Doximity, Sermo gives physicians a space to share cases, earn for their insights, and connect meaningfully. Plus, Sermo Mobile lets you securely call patients anywhere — not just within the U.S.

What makes Sermo different from Doximity? Sermo Doximity
Physician-only peer community Yes Yes
Paid medical surveys Yes Limited
Peer-to-peer collaboration Yes Yes
Global network Yes Yes
Drug ratings from physicians Yes Yes
Anonymous posting allowed Yes Yes
Global patient calling (Sermo Mobile) Yes U.S. only dialer
Accredited CME & education Yes Limited

What physicians say about Sermo

I believe that anyone who has participated in surveys has not only benefited from earning extra income but also form the additional information we glean from the surveys — always something new being discussed!

Neurology Georgia, US

It is another social networking site with a difference. Case discussions and the ancillary non medical sharing — book recommendations, recipes etc is a nice way to get to know people and form friendships.

Opthalmalogy New Jersey, US

These have helped me tremendously. Even if the case is not associated with my specialty, I have learned from them, and I find it rewarding to learn from different specialties and incorporate that knowledge into my practice.

General Surgery Utah, US

Frequently asked questions

What are the key differences between Sermo and Doximity?

Sermo is a global peer-to-peer physician community that also offers paid surveys. Doximity focuses more on workflow tools like telehealth and faxing. Only Sermo offers crowdsourced case solving, income opportunities, and a secure patient calling tool that lets you connect with patients internationally.

Can I use both Sermo and Doximity?

Yes — many physicians do. But if you’re looking for community interaction and paid surveys, Sermo offers what Doximity doesn’t.

How do Sermo’s surveys work?

Sermo matches physicians with surveys based on their specialty and interests. Many take under 30 minutes. You can also earn through interviews and other opportunities to share your insights.

Is Sermo better than Doximity for networking?

If you’re looking for peer-to-peer clinical networking, Sermo offers a true physician-only social community. Unlike Doximity, which is primarily used for digital faxing, calling, and directory access, Sermo is designed for real conversation — from discussing complex cases to crowdsourcing second opinions and clinical insights.

Can you post anonymously on Doximity?

No — Doximity does not offer anonymous posting. Sermo, by contrast, gives you the option to post under your real name or anonymously, allowing for more candid conversations around sensitive patient cases or professional concerns.

Is there a Doximity alternative that pays physicians?

Yes — Sermo is the leading physician community that actually pays members for their insights. You can earn $5–$500+ per survey, plus compensation for some community contributions.

What are the best doctor survey sites that pay well?

Sermo is the top-rated paid survey community for physicians and also offers additional paid research and consulting opportunities that go beyond basic surveys.

Who can join Sermo?

All specialties are welcome, and every Sermo member is triple-verified. Sermo supports over 200 medical specialties and subspecialties, and offers earning opportunities for APPs and other HCPs as well.

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