Articles

“Probably one of the best decision's that I made, which has allowed me to continue to enjoy medical practice, was borne out of necessity.”

Physician Perspectives: William Laurence

“I feel more alone than ever in trying to care for my patients properly.”

Physician Perspectives: Roberta Berrien

“No matter what I do, I simply make sure my career does not infringe on personal time.”

Physician Perspective: Ed Marut

“I am excited every day I work and look forward to continuing to remain active in medicine as long as I can provide high-quality care.”

Physician Perspectives: Karl Singer

“The privilege of being able to develop meaningful relationships with patients and help them live healthy, productive lives is a unique and wonderful quality of practicing medicine.”

Physician Perspective: Russell Libby 

Physician Perspectives: Elizabeth Nelson

“Despite all the trials and tribulations of practicing in the present healthcare delivery environment, I still feel my life is validated by being a physician.”

Physician Perspectives: Raksha Joshi

Slideshows

Learn about the U.S. physicians who responded to the 2019 Great American Physician Survey.

2019 Great American Physician Survey:  About the respondents

Strategies to help solo practice physicians step away from the office for a vacation, medical leave, or unexpected emergencies.

How to get out of the office

The U.S. physicians who responded to the 2018 Great American Physician Survey shared their attitudes towards their personal and professional lives.