That’s up from 2021’s report, which indicated that 22% of physicians were considering leaving the medical field.
About 24% of male physicians are considering leaving medicine, compared with 28% of female physicians. Physicians between the ages of 30 and 39 and physicians over 60 are the most likely to consider a change.
A plurality of physicians (42%) indicated that if they left medicine, they would transfer to a career in education or teaching.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.
