U.S. Air Force Physician Retention
Abstract
The Medical Service is an important component of the Air Force. It assures personnel readiness, combat readiness and combat effectiveness through the care of Air Force people. The long term success of the Air Force Medical Service is related to the quality of the people that it retains. Further, the long term success of the Air Force relates to 'Quality of life' issues for Air Force members and families, including the quality of the medical care that is provided. These are vital issues when Air Force members consider whether to remain in the service. Since the mid 1980's, there has been a decline in the retention percentages of physicians serving on active duty in the United States Air Force. What factors contribute to some physicians separating while others continue to serve: If those factors which motivate physicians to separate could be and were changed for the better, would more Air Force physicians decide to continue serving? This paper will examine the major factors contributing to the decline. Then recommendations will be presented as to how these factors can be managed to improve physician retention and productivity.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA241220
Entities
People
- Lee P. Rodgers
Organizations
- Air War College