The Growth of Collective Bargaining

Ward, J. T.; Fraser, W. Hamish

doi:10.1007/978-1-349-16277-2_6

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“…Medical systems often discourage the creation of unions, and there have been reports of some hospitals hiring “union-busting” consulting firms to dissuade employees from unionizing. 17 , 35 – 38 Corporations benefit from stigmatizing union employees as less professional, neither acting in the best interests of patients nor health care facilities. Several factors influence the small number of physicians who have chosen to unionize.…”

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Physician Unionization: Opportunities and Challenges for Anesthesiologists in the United States

Hendrix,

Burgart,

Baker

et al. 2023

Anesthesia &Amp; Analgesia

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Physician unionization is gaining traction in the United States, with <10% of practicing physicians now members, up from historically weak support. Factors that drive interest in unions include a decreased number of independent practitioners, an increase in workloads, and the erosion of autonomy. Approximately 56% of anesthesiologists are considered employees and may be eligible for union membership. Physician unions may provide higher wages, better working conditions, and legal protection. However, they also raise concerns about patient care and professionalism. This article discusses the legal and regulatory framework governing the unionization of physicians, benefits, challenges, and potential future developments. Continued analysis and debate are necessary to determine the optimal role of physician unions in the health care industry.

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