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:
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
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