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At the MGMA Leaders Conference 2025, Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search breaks down new research showing how early-career physician loyalty begins long before day one, and why authentic relationships are medicine’s most overlooked retention strategy.

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Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search shares why transparency — not pay or perks — is what younger physicians value most in their leaders.

A new analysis of 11.6 billion Medicare claims from 2013-2023 shows physician participation rose modestly over the past decade, but exits surged — especially among older physicians, women and those in rural and shortage areas.

Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search explains how mentorship and engagement programs deliver measurable returns — both financially and in patient care.

Nearly nine in ten health care practitioners say fax-related delays disrupt patient care, according to a new Documo survey.

Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search explains why open, two-way communication between leadership and physicians is the foundation of a culture that keeps talent.

Why advocates say health care needs a nuanced view of private equity partnerships in medicine.

Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search says strong peer relationships and early mentorship are among the most powerful drivers of physician loyalty.

With denials cutting deeper into practice revenue, physicians are turning to AI-driven tools to catch errors before submission, automate appeals and reduce administrative burnout.

Tired of watching patients crushed by opaque hospital billing, Keith Smith, M.D., built a free-market surgery center where transparency, affordability and physician autonomy come first.

A new neurostimulation device shows potential in reducing both opioid and stimulant use, offering hope amid the escalating overdose crisis.

Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search says maintaining communication between contract signing and start date is one of the most overlooked steps in retention.

The top news stories in medicine today.

Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search says that respect, culture, and communication — not just pay — are what truly keep physicians from walking away.

Artificial intelligence can cut documentation time, streamline scheduling and reduce burnout — but only if it’s implemented with clear goals and cost controls.

Helen Falkner of Jackson Physician Search explains why retention hinges less on pay and more on leadership, communication, and cultural alignment.

Four areas every physician should evaluate before selling their practice

HHS Office of Inspector General is tracking the huge increase in spending, with a call to action for possible payment reform.

New Center for Digital Health and AI aims to put doctors at heart of new technology to improve medicine.

A regional inspector general for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services explains oversight of a multi-billion-dollar trend in Medicare spending.

Language and treatment approaches carry tremendous weight. Here’s how physicians can make mental health treatment part of whole-person care.

Katie Russell, J.D., partner at Brown Immigration Law, joins the show to discuss how medical practices should respond if ICE agents arrive — and how to stay compliant while protecting patients and staff.

KFF and The Washington Post surveyed more than 2,700 U.S. parents on their views of children’s health, vaccines and trust in institutions. The findings reveal what pediatricians and primary care physicians are up against — and where trust still lives.

GeneDx's genomic tests gain FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, enhancing diagnosis of life-threatening diseases through advanced whole genome and exome testing.

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Why physicians still face barriers to receiving mental health care and what’s being done to change it

President Trump vows to slash prices for weight-loss drugs down to $150, sparking investor concerns and renewed debate over U.S. drug pricing policy.