Mgma Small Talk

On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams is joined by Doug Lewis, Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Sentara Health and board member of the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR).This episode explores the continually adapting landscape of physician and provider recruitment — from shifting candidate expectations and family‑centered relocation decisions to compensation strategy, locum tenens pressure, and longer hiring timelines. Drawing on Doug’s frontline recruiting experience and national perspective through AAPPR, this conversation delivers practical insights for medical practice leaders navigating workforce shortages, competition for hard‑to‑recruit specialties, and the need for sustainable, long‑term talent strategies in 2026 and beyond.Key Takeaways[04:15] Recruitment decisions are now family decisions — not just physician decisionsSuccessful recruitment hinges on understanding the needs of spouses, partners, and children — inclu