How One Health System has the Rx for Reducing Doc Turnover
May 19, 2025
Sutter Health
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By Taylor Murrow, Vitals contributor

Physician turnover rates have steadily risen over the years. Factors range from burnout, limited career growth or even disillusionment with medicine. What does that mean for the millions of Americans with their ever-evolving complex health needs?

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Dr. Todd Smith is interviewed in the AMA feature.

In a recent feature by the American Medical Association, Sutter Health has shown it’s bucking the trend with its innovative approach to physician recruitment, leadership and well-being. By cultivating a culture of continuous learning and support, the organization has reduced physician turnover to just 3%—a remarkable achievement in today’s healthcare landscape.

Read the full AMA story to see how Sutter is shaping the future of physician engagement and retention. Read more on AMA.

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