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A panel of physicians, practice leaders and health care experts unpacks what true independence looks like in 2025, and breaks down how practices can strengthen their footing for the years ahead.

Two in five health care workers say their role is unsustainable; one in four are considering leaving the field entirely.

Findings from Stroudwater Associates highlight persistent gaps in incentives, work-hour standards and use of current CMS physician fee schedules.

The trend toward independence isn’t just nostalgic; it’s a growing movement rooted in purpose, practicality, and the desire for professional freedom.

AOA publishes 2025 data with physician numbers for all 50 states.

AOA reports new milestone for the profession in 2025.

American Osteopathic Association notes historic milestone as profession continues growth.

WalletHub’s latest CPI analysis reveals which metro areas are seeing prices rise fastest.

New JAMA analysis estimates more than 11,000 physicians on H-1B visas in FY 2024; reliance nearly doubles in rural areas and quadruples in the poorest counties.

Clinicians relying on AI-powered decision-making were considered less skilled and less competent by their peers than those who did not use AI.

Advocates say the shift better reflects real-world clinical roles, but the path depends on state laws and hospital policies.

The annual gathering drew leaders from across the industry, including pioneering consultants Specialdocs and 10 of its affiliated physicians.

A new study suggests pharmacy technicians can ease physicians’ administrative load and improve patient access. Can practices afford not to hire them?

Bain & Company finds hospitals accelerating investment in primary care and value-based care, even as labor shortages and patient skepticism over AI threaten progress.

Prior authorization remains one of the top pain points in health care, consuming hours of physician and staff time each week and delaying care for countless patients. This Medical Economics FAQ unpacks the most common questions physicians ask about prior authorization, its real costs, and what reforms may be on the horizon.

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

Compensation climbed to record levels in 2025, fueled by supply-demand imbalances and new expectations among younger physicians.

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

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

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

Concierge medicine continues to gain momentum as a practical option for physicians seeking more control over their career, stronger patient relationships and a financially sustainable path forward.

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

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

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