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Tuesday, April 25, 2006The independent physicians worked longer hours, were in smaller work groups, and had been in practice longer and in their current practice longer than the employed physicians. Independent physicians reported better working relationships, more satisfaction with family time, more influence over management decisions, better satisfaction with being a physician, better perceived quality of the care they provided, greater ability to achieve professional goals, and lesser intention to leave the practice. The authors conclude that employers of physicians - such as HMO's and hospital networks - need to find ways to make their employees happier. However, a better lesson might be that doctors need to strive for professional independence. 'Tis better to be the man than to rage against the man. posted by Sydney on 4/25/2006 08:12:00 AM 0 comments 0 Comments: |
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