10 most-recruited physician specialties

Specialized physicians are in high demand as hospitals and health systems fight a deficit expected to reach 124,000 by 2034. 

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But some specialties are more sought after than others, according to Physicians Thrive’s “2023 Physician Compensation Report.” To compile the rankings, Physicians Thrive analyzes data from several sources, including the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Doximity, Merrit Hawkins and Medscape. 

These 10 specialties are the most heavily recruited, per Physicians Thrive: 

  • Gastroenterologists
  • Radiologists
  • Rheumatologists
  • Hematologist/oncologists
  • Urologists
  • Cardiologists
  • Pulmonary care/critical care
  • Psychiatrists
  • OB-GYNs
  • Neurologists

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