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Telehealth’s Next Frontier: How Hospital Administrators Can Leverage Locum Tenens for Virtual Care Success

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Introduction In 2025, telehealth has solidified its place as a vital tool in healthcare delivery, and hospital administrators are at the forefront of this transformation. With patient demand for virtual care soaring and staffing shortages persisting, integrating telehealth into your workforce strategy is no longer optional—it’s essential. Locum tenens physicians, with their flexibility and adaptability, …

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NPs, PAs, and CRNAs in Locum Tenens: Supporting Hospitals Amid Staffing Challenges

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NPs, PAs, and CRNAs in Locum Tenens: Supporting Hospitals Amid Staffing Challenges Hospitals nationwide are grappling with staffing pressures, and the numbers paint a stark picture: the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) projects a shortfall of up to 121,900 physicians by 2032. Amid this crunch, many facilities are turning to advanced practice providers (APPs)—nurse …

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The Rise of AI-Powered Locum Tenens Staffing: How Technology is Shaping Healthcare Flexibility in 2025

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The Rise of AI-Powered Locum Tenens Staffing: How Technology is Shaping Healthcare Flexibility in 2025 IntroductionAs we move deeper into 2025, the healthcare industry is experiencing a seismic shift driven by artificial intelligence (AI). From diagnostics to patient care, AI is transforming how we deliver medicine—but its impact doesn’t stop there. At xLocums, we’re seeing …

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The Ripple Effect of Physician Burnout on Patients – and How Locums Can Help

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The Ripple Effect of Physician Burnout on Patients – and How Locums Can Help In 2025, the Healthcare System is at a Tipping Point Over 50% of U.S. physicians report symptoms of burnout—a staggering figure that hasn’t budged since the American Medical Association (AMA) flagged it in 2023. Worse still, a 2025 Medscape survey reveals …

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The $2.4M Physician: Driving Value for Hospitals and Strengthening Healthcare

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The $2.4M Physician: Driving Value for Hospitals and Strengthening Healthcare Hospitals are the backbone of healthcare, providing life-saving treatments and critical patient care 24/7. At the center of it all are physicians—skilled professionals who not only deliver top-tier medical care but also drive significant financial value for hospitals. According to a 2019 survey by Merritt …

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Family Medicine Tops Locum Tenens Utilization: A Persistent Challenge for Healthcare Staffing

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Why Family Medicine Continues to Rely on Locum Tenens Physicians Family medicine remains the specialty with the highest utilization of locum tenens providers, followed closely by internal medicine and emergency medicine. This trend highlights a persistent challenge in staffing essential care services, even as residency programs strive to produce more physicians. Why do these specialties …

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