Stop the $1.2M bleed: A proven roadmap to physician retention


Monday, February 16th, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT

Every physician departure costs health systems up to $1.2 million in recruitment, onboarding and lost productivity. For high-volume specialists, that number can be even higher. Yet many hospitals still lack a structured plan to improve engagement and retain clinical talent.

In this live session, Scott Polenz — a former hospital CEO and vice president of physician relations — shares practical, data-informed strategies to build trust, strengthen alignment and reduce turnover across the physician workforce.

You'll learn:
 
  • How to assess the financial impact of physician attrition and retention efforts
  • A step-by-step approach to aligning physicians with organizational culture and goals
  • Practical tools to implement and sustain engagement strategies systemwide

Presenter:

Scott Polenz (1) - Jason Grady

Scott Polenz

Principal Consultant, Advisory Services
CHG Healthcare