The top reason that physicians cited for intending to continue practicing into their late 60s was the belief they had more to contribute to the medical community.
Here are the top reasons surveyed physicians said they hoped to work into their late 60s and beyond:
1. They have more to contribute as a physician: 63%
2. Medicine is their passion: 35%
3. Medicine is their identity: 31%
4. They don’t expect to save enough to retire sooner: 26%
5. Nothing interests them like medicine: 25%
6. Concern for patient well-being: 23%
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