Factors Associated With Surgical Faculty’s Desire to Leave or Stay at Their Jobs

These results demonstrated that a significant number of surgical faculty reported seriously considering leaving their positions. The results provide actionable insights for improving retention, including greater engagement from departmental leadership and the creation of a nurturing, collaborative environment with career advancement opportunities.

Corresponding Author: Alexander C. Schwed, MD, Division of Trauma/Acute Care Surgery/Surgical Critical Care, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, 1000 W Carson St, Box 200, Torrance, CA 90509 (ASchwed@dhs.lacounty.gov).

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