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Furman S. McDonald, MD, MPH, brings more than 25 years of clinical experience as a practicing internist to the position

Nearly all kinds of physicians got a pay raise in 2023, but which specialties got the biggest bump?

Because of our long educational path, physicians often start the process of building a family at a later age, which increases the risk of infertility.

A career as a physician comes with many challenges and hardships, so it's important to know who to turn to when you feel less than satisfied with your work.

Equipped with realistic patient scenarios and rapid, analytics-based insights, new high-tech tools are proving effective for scaling and modernizing health care education, especially where resources might otherwise be limited.

Chamber has concerns about what the rule’s effect would be on businesses and employees

AI offers streamlined performance assessments, personalized development plans, and tailored feedback mechanisms that foster trust and support growth within health care teams.

Which states were paying primary care physicians the most in 2023?

Which states were paying primary care physicians the least in 2023?

An effective EHR solution improves workflow processes and reduces the amount of time you spend inputting patient data.

Medical Economics readers share details about traveling in time off work.

Primary care physician pay outpaced inflation in 2023.

During my decades of experience working with people who live with Alzheimer’s disease I’ve seen first-hand the detrimental impact this condition has on the family and caregivers.

NIOSH joins with other organizations in a common cause.

The director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health discusses its role in creating a healthy workplace for health care workers.

Doximity study also points out a huge pay gap between male and female doctors

The decline in physician practice ownership only tells part of the story.

Incorporating power naps into your daily routine could benefit your productivity and stave off burnout.

The director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health discusses its role in creating a healthy workplace for health care workers.

We asked our physician audience about their vacation habits, whether they use all of their allotted days, and if they work while off. In addition, we asked them about their best (and worst) vacation spots.

Is health care burnout getting the attention it deserves?

Government researchers can help fight burnout in health care.

Better scores equate to better patient care from new physicians

AMN Healthcare’s 2024 Survey of Locum Tenens Physicians and Advanced Practice Professionals looked at why physicians and advanced practice providers choose to work locum tenens. Here are the key findings:

Operating margins, volume, and revenue have all declined

Many physicians are eager to find a way to transform health care in a way that better benefits both patients and providers. They would be well served by enrolling in an MBA program designed for doctors.

What you need to know when asking for help in finding your dream job

Physicians are in high demand — here’s how to find your new role

But there’s a catch – AAMC says more money is needed for graduate medical education or the situation will be much worse.

Here’s how to combine best practices, technology and people to find the staff you need.