Howard Tucker, MD, a neurologist in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, is the oldest practicing physician in the world, according to a March 24 report by Ideastream Public Media. Here are five things to know about Dr. Tucker and his lifelong career…
Author: Francesca Mathewes
Two Texas state lawmakers are trying to address the state’s shortage of physicians through two new pieces of legislation, 3 News reported March 23. Senate Bill 2666, introduced by state Sen. Juan ‘Chuy’ Hinojsa and House Bill 4801, introduced by…
A funding bill recently passed by the House of Representatives locks in a 2.8% Medicare physician pay cut for 2025, perpetuating long-held concerns about the sustainability of independent practice and the future of patient care. “As reimbursement rates fail to…
On March 17, 1,200 resident physicians and fellows at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City reached their first tentative labor agreement with the health system. The 1,200 residents, fellows and house staff are represented by the Committee of Interns…
From emerging AI to rising consolidation, numerous trends continue to shape the future of healthcare. Three physicians joined Becker’s to discuss what gives them hope in medicine. Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for clarity and length. Ed Corbett,…
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Jana and Lara Baatenburg, both MDs, have opened a membership-based primary care practice in Grand Rapids, Mich., WZZM 13 reported March 18. The physicians, who are twin sisters, opened Concierge Medicine of West Michigan in 2024. Insurance is not billed…
The landscape of medical education and residency training is evolving rapidly, driven by economic pressures, workforce shortages and changing educational priorities. Four physicians joined Becker’s to discuss what they think should change about medical school to meet the demands of…
Primary care is suffering more than most under the ongoing physician shortage. The U.S. was forecast to see a shortage of up to 64,000 physicians by the end of 2024 and a shortage of 86,000 by 2036, according to a…
Six physicians in the House of Representatives, all Democrats, have launched the Congressional Doctors Caucus, a group aimed at addressing an array of healthcare concerns, Medpage Today reported March 17.
While most physicians work in employed settings, there is a growing shift toward independent practice as concerns about physician autonomy and satisfaction persist.