Becker's Healthcare December 30, 2025
Patsy Newitt

Thirty-two percent of physicians had a secondary income in 2024, according to Medical Economics‘ 96th Physician Report, published Dec. 29.

Here’s a breakdown of physician’s additional sources of employment in 2024:

  • Consulting: 25%
  • Teaching: 20%
  • Clinic work: 14%
  • Market research: 14%
  • Expert witness: 12%
  • Medical administrator: 12%
  • Hospice: 7%
  • Hospital (non-ED): 7%
  • Speaking: 7%
  • Telemedicine: 7%
  • Clinical trials/research: 3%
  • Military: 3%
  • Nursing home: 2%
  • Emergency department/urgent care: 2%
  • Locum tenens assignments: 2%
  • Other medical...

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