March 4, 2025
Article: The Other Physician Pipeline Problem
The Association of American Medical Colleges reported in 2021 that physicians aged 65 and older accounted for 20% of the active patient care workforce, and those between 55 and 64 years old made up 22%. In 2023, physicians 65 and older were 23.4% of the active clinical workforce.
These data show that more than a third of currently active physicians will reach retirement age within the next decade – if they have not already.
This spells a problem not only for patients but also hospitals, many of which are already operating within tight margins. Failing to replace a vacant physician role can heavily cost an organization.
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