Consolidation continues to shape healthcare as physicians ponder their net benefit
December 5, 2025

1. Physicians rarely see benefits from M&A: 24 stats to know Full story

2. New York state lawmakers urge probe of Optum for dropping plans, closing practices Full story

3. 6,300 anesthesiologist shortage projected by 2036. How hospitals should prepare here.

 

4. 6 physician practice closures in November Full story

5. The new cybersecurity risks facing telehealth in 2026 Full story

6. Non-English speakers face real access gaps. 2 systems share fixes that work here.

 

7. Osteopath group sues board over certification policy Full story

8. Lee Health acquires Florida physician practice Full story

9. Want to keep physicians? Start with nurse staffing, study suggests Full story

10. The physician specialties most likely to move abroad Full story

 

11. 13 hospitals, 1 strategy: How MultiCare grew staffed OR utilization 25% here.

12. 10 best states for physicians to reach financial independence Full story

13. Judge OKs proposed class-action lawsuit against US Anesthesia Partners Full story

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14. More cases, same footprint: WakeMed's 21% boost in prime-time procedural case minutes, here.

15. HR leaders: 7 questions to vet education partners. Get the worksheet here.

16. 35% of stressed clinicians consider leaving practice. Retention strategies that prioritize well-being here.

17. Becker’s resources don’t stop here — explore more webinars and whitepapers.

 

 

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