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Physician glut. Physicians--the next victims of "downsizing?"
1Merritt, Hawkins & Associates, Irving, TX, USA.
Physician Executive
|July 6, 1996
Summary
Physician job markets are shifting due to managed care. While some specialists face challenges, primary care physicians have strong opportunities in underserved areas, requiring career strategy and flexibility.
Area of Science:
- Medical Economics
- Healthcare Workforce Studies
- Physician Employment Trends
Background:
- Managed care is significantly impacting physician practice environments and job availability.
- Physician employment markets are dynamic, with shifts in demand and compensation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the current physician job market in light of managed care.
- To identify trends in physician employment and geographic distribution.
- To advise physicians on career strategies in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of a recent survey on physician employment.
- Assessment of market dynamics influenced by managed care.
- Evaluation of opportunities in underserved medical areas.
Main Results:
- Managed care pressures are displacing physicians in certain markets.
- Significant job opportunities exist for physicians in underserved regions.
- Primary care physicians experience high demand and flexibility.
- Specialists, particularly, may face income reduction and job scarcity.
Conclusions:
- Physicians must adopt a strategic approach to job searching, considering opportunities beyond traditional locations.
- Flexibility and a consumer-oriented mindset are crucial for physicians navigating the current job market.
- The physician employment landscape necessitates adaptability and proactive career planning.