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American Medical Association | January 09, 2026

What might delay the start of your first physician job?

What might delay the start of your first physician job?

A recent article from the American Medical Association featured data from a Heart Behind the Hire, a research report conducted by LocumTenens.com, Jackson Physician Search and AAPPR. The article highlights research showing that 70% of physicians experience start date delays of three to four months. 

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