Nurturing Clinical Careers: Strategies to Retain Talent in Academic Medicine
Academic medicine stands at the crossroads of education, research, and patient care, serving as the backbone of modern healthcare systems . Despite its critical role, educational institutions face a growing challenge: retaining skilled clinical professionals. Many talented physicians and clinicians are drawn to private practice or alternative healthcare settings due to demanding workloads, limited advancement opportunities, and the pressures of balancing multiple responsibilities. To ensure a sustainable workforce and maintain excellence in patient care and research, academic institutions must focus on creating intentional career pathways that support growth, recognition, and long-term engagement. Understanding the Retention Challenge Clinicians in academic medicine juggle a unique combination of responsibilities. They not only provide patient care but also engage in teaching, research, and administrative duties. The cumulative demands of these roles often lead to stress and burnout, w...
