Physician White Papers January 20, 2026

The Strategic Value of Locums in Academic Medicine

Bridge the Gap Between Academic Rigor and Market Realities

Academic healthcare institutions face a unique set of challenges today. Between evolving workforce demographics, the demand for hyper-specialized faculty, and the rigid timelines of tenure-track recruitment, maintaining clinical throughput while protecting your educational mission is becoming increasingly complex.
Traditional recruitment models often struggle to keep pace with these pressures. It’s time to rethink the role of contingent labor. Locum tenens providers are no longer just a tactical stopgap—they are a strategic lever for stability and growth.
In this white paper, you’ll learn how to:

  • Accelerate recruitment timelines: Bypass the "red tape" of academic hiring to secure coverage in months, not years.
  • Protect your accreditation: Maintain essential faculty-to-resident ratios and ensure educational integrity during staff transitions.
  • Mitigate financial risks: Prevent revenue loss from closed operating rooms and diverted patients by maintaining service line continuity.
  • Access specialized talent: Overcome the scarcity of sub-specialists and integrate providers who align with your research and teaching mandates.
  • Leverage data-driven planning: utilize predictive analytics to forecast gaps and balance contingent and core staff effectively.

Download the full white paper to discover how strategic locums partnerships can help you navigate the complexities of academic medicine and secure your institution's future.

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