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

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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Illustration of healthcare professionals addressing the physician shortage, representing collaborative solutions for patient care.

Understanding the Physician Shortage: Challenges and Solutions for the Future of Healthcare

Understanding the Physician Shortage: Challenges and Solutions for the Future of Healthcare Introduction: The Growing Physician Shortage The healthcare industry is facing a critical challenge: the physician shortage. This gap between patient demand and clinician availability is driven by aging populations, rising rates of chronic conditions, and expanded insurance access. To better understand this crisis, …

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

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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Illustration of healthcare professionals addressing the physician shortage, representing collaborative solutions for patient care.

Understanding the Physician Shortage: Challenges and Solutions for the Future of Healthcare

Understanding the Physician Shortage: Challenges and Solutions for the Future of Healthcare Introduction: The Growing Physician Shortage The healthcare industry is facing a critical challenge: the physician shortage. This gap between patient demand and clinician availability is driven by aging populations, rising rates of chronic conditions, and expanded insurance access. To better understand this crisis, …

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