Becker's Healthcare December 29, 2025
Thirty-four percent of physicians say organizational leadership does not listen to physicians, according to a 2025 survey from CHG Healthcare and Hanover Research.
The perception gap is wide, with just 8% of engaged physicians report feeling unheard, compared with 40% of all other physicians.
CHG Healthcare and Hanover Research surveyed 920 practicing physicians in May 2025 to identify drivers of physician disengagement and strategies to strengthen engagement and retention.
Here are 10 additional findings from the survey:
1. Overall, 27% of physicians cite a lack of leadership transparency as a workplace challenge, including 4% of engaged physicians and 32% of all other physicians.
2. Two-thirds of physicians say their supervisors treat them with fairness and respect, while 57% say...







