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Physicians Market Overview 2026

Physicians (MDs and DOs) are medical doctors who diagnose and treat illnesses, prescribe medications, and perform procedures. The physician workforce includes both primary care physicians and specialists across dozens of medical fields. With a projected shortage of up to 124,000 physicians by 2034, healthcare organizations face increasing competition to attract and retain physician talent, driving salaries higher and making recruitment more challenging.

1,051,256
Active Providers
$260K
Median Salary
Very High
Demand Level
51
States Covered

Physicians Salary Range (2026)Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics

Entry LevelExperienced
$180,000$260,000 median$450,000
Growth outlook: 3% projected growth through 2032 (BLS)(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook)

📋Required Credentials

  • MD or DO degree
  • Residency completion
  • Board certification (ABMS or AOA)
  • State medical license
  • DEA registration
  • Specialty fellowship (for subspecialists)

🏥Common Work Settings

  • Hospital departments
  • Private practices
  • Academic medical centers
  • Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
  • Telemedicine platforms
  • Urgent care centers

“Employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 1.8 million new jobs over the decade. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any other group of occupations.”

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook, Healthcare Occupations

Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Physicians

What is the average time to recruit a physician?

Physician recruitment typically takes 6-12 months from initial outreach to signed contract, with an additional 60-90 days for credentialing. Specialists can take even longer. Surgical subspecialties and rural positions may require 12-18 months. Using physician databases with direct contact information can reduce initial sourcing time by 50%.

What are physicians looking for in a new position?

Top factors physicians consider include: compensation package (base + production bonuses), work-life balance and call schedule, practice resources and support staff, geographic location and community factors, loan repayment assistance, partnership track opportunities, and organizational culture. Highlighting these in recruitment materials improves response rates.

How much does it cost to recruit a physician?

Direct recruitment costs range from $25,000-$50,000 for internal recruitment to $50,000-$150,000+ using external search firms (typically 20-25% of first-year salary). This doesn't include signing bonuses ($10,000-$100,000+), relocation ($10,000-$25,000), or loan repayment ($50,000-$200,000+). Total investment often exceeds $200,000 per hire.

What specialties are hardest to recruit?

The most difficult physician specialties to recruit include: Psychiatry (severe shortage nationwide), Primary Care in rural areas, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, and Pain Medicine. These specialties often require premium compensation, signing bonuses, and extensive recruitment timelines.

About Physicians (Allopathic & Osteopathic)

📋Professional Definition

Physicians are medical doctors (MDs) and doctors of osteopathy (DOs) trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions. They provide comprehensive healthcare services including preventive care, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic illnesses. Physicians may practice in various specialties and settings, from primary care to highly specialized fields.

💼For Healthcare Recruiters

Recruiting physicians requires access to verified, licensed medical professionals across all specialties. Our database provides direct contact information for board-certified doctors, making it easier to fill critical physician positions in hospitals, private practices, urgent care centers, and specialty clinics. Filter by specialty, location, years of experience, and board certifications to find the perfect candidate for your healthcare facility.

🎯Common Specializations

  • Internal Medicine
  • Family Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Surgery
  • Anesthesiology
  • Radiology
  • Psychiatry

🔗Related Healthcare Fields

  • Physician Assistants
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Medical Specialists
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