For the majority of gastroenterologists, quality of life has not improved over the last three years, according to Medscape’s “Striving for Balance in Your Specialty: Medscape Gastroenterologist Mental Health & Well-Being Report 2025,” published Mar…
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Physician advocacy group calls to reform 'incomprehensible' Stark law complexity
The Medical Group Management Association is pushing for reforms to the Stark law, arguing that it no longer aligns with modern, value-based payment models, according to its 2025 Advocacy Agenda, released on March 5.
Heart attack survivor gifts $1.5M to UConn cardiology center
A man who survived a heart attack and his wife have donated $1.5 million to the Farmington-based University of Connecticut Health’s Pat and Jim Calhoun Cardiology Center.
Why more physicians are 'struggling' under hospital contracts
As physician employment shifts increasingly toward hospital and private equity-backed models, independent practices face mounting pressures.
Is physician quality of life on the decline? The answer is resounding
A recent survey found that quality of life may be worsening for physicians. Medscape determined that for a majority of physicians, overall happiness, work-life balance, family relationships and friendships have either stayed the same or worsened over t…
Sutter Health signs deal for new California ASC
Swedish real estate developer Skanska has signed a contract with Sacramento, Calif.-based Sutter Health to convert a 60,000-square-foot office building into an ASC and specialty clinic space.
Why Surgery Partners feels insulated from Medicare cuts
Despite concerns within the healthcare industry over proposed cuts to Medicaid, Brentwood, Tenn.-based Surgery Partners executives said they do not perceive the cuts as a threat, according to a March 3 earnings call transcribed by Seeking Alpha.
The true cost of physician turnover
Office-based physicians play a critical role in the U.S. economy, contributing a combined economic output of $2.3 trillion, according to a new report from AMN Healthcare.
Only 1 in 5 physicians would recommend a medical career
A new report from Jackson Physician Search and LocumTenens.com reveals that only 21% of physicians would recommend a medical career to young people, and just 32% would choose the profession again.
ASCs' accountability advantage over 'faceless' hospitals
ASCs and hospitals both serve vital roles in the healthcare system, but their approaches to operations, accountability and patient experience often differ drastically.
