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American Osteopathic Association President Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN, discusses priorities for his term at the helm.

American Osteopathic Association President Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN, discusses his background and a quick way for physicians to be leaders.

Why federal student loan changes could push future doctors away from primary care and leave millions without access to care.

Pilots at Mass General Brigham and Emory Healthcare show significant reductions in documentation burnout.

New randomized trial suggests wearable devices may support resilience and lower burnout odds among physicians.

Research shows telehealth increases physician time with patients, raising sustainability concerns for primary care.

A researcher also discusses how a team used AI to comb through years’ worth of physician and hospital data.

Columbia University researchers identify five measurable dimensions of team creativity that could help primary care practices solve persistent challenges.

A study quantifies effects of less market competition across the nation as hospitals integrated doctors’ offices into their systems.

Explore the latest insights on value-based care, physician debt, and essential practice tips in the interactive July/August 2025 edition of Medical Economics Insider.

“They need to just suck it up, buttercup.” That’s what an insurance executive told physicians who asked why the system was burning them out. For many physicians, that attitude is the last straw.

Orthopedic surgeons top the pay scale; pediatricians earn less than half as much.

A slideshow with figures from the American Medical Association's report: "Physician Practice Characteristics in 2024."

Our 96th annual Physician Report goes beyond compensation to examine how financial strain, payer complexity and legal risk are shaping the future of medical practice.

Family physicians navigate challenges like burnout and compensation negotiation. The AAFP's career dashboard can empower them with vital salary and job satisfaction insights.

Physician pay is up 3.7% — but that might be where the good news ends. From widening gender gaps to reimbursement-driven burnout, here are the key compensation trends shaking up the profession.

Although physician compensation rose 3.7%, concerns over reimbursement, pediatric pay and workforce pressures signal a strained industry.

From tech adoption to updates to malpractice law and financial resilience, these expert Q&As offer timely insights for medical practices navigating today’s challenges.

Physician financial tips from the White Coat Investor.

New data reveals how physician pay gaps between academic and private practice vary widely by specialty — with some doctors losing over $100K.

Independent physicians face troubling trends that could lead to worse patient care.

Former HHS Secretary Tom Price, M.D., explains why expanding merit-based visas for health care workers could be the key to solving America’s growing physician and workforce shortage.

Former HHS Secretary Tom Price, M.D., urges broader recognition of the crisis beyond physicians and nurses.

Former HHS Secretary Tom Price, M.D., says immigration reform can align with national border priorities.

New data shows med students still see primary care as less prestigious — and less lucrative.