Evan’s Insights from 2025: A Year of Change and Opportunity
/As 2025 unfolded, the healthcare recruitment landscape experienced meaningful shifts—some challenging, but many paving the way for positive change ahead.
Alumni Staffing Ceo, evan corbisiero speaking with industry experts
The year began with the downsizing of physician recruitment teams, a trend that persisted across much of the industry. Encouragingly, as the year progressed, many health systems began reassessing these decisions. We’re now seeing a renewed appreciation for autonomous physician recruitment departments and the value they bring. This course correction offers optimism that the coming year will bring greater stability and strategic investment in recruiting talent where it matters most.
Another notable shift was the declining popularity of VMS/MSP models. Throughout the year, these platforms faced increasing competition and difficulty securing new enterprise partnerships. In response, health systems are choosing a more relationship-driven approach—building internal systems and prioritizing strong, collaborative partnerships with high-performing agency partners. This change signals a healthier, more sustainable recruitment ecosystem focused on quality over volume.
Physician shortages and burnout continued to impact recruitment efforts nationwide, underscoring the urgency of innovative workforce solutions and greater support for care teams. While these challenges remain, they have also sparked important conversations and initiatives aimed at improving long-term physician engagement and retention.
Lastly, 2025 saw continued bankruptcies among healthcare delivery organizations, including Steward, Carepoint, NES, and Prospect Medical Holdings. While difficult, these events have prompted deeper evaluation of operational models and financial sustainability across the industry—lessons that will ultimately strengthen healthcare systems moving forward.
Looking Ahead
Despite its challenges, 2025 was a year of recalibration and learning. Health systems are emerging more thoughtful, more relationship-focused, and better positioned to adapt. With renewed emphasis on strategic recruiting, strong partnerships, and physician well-being, the outlook for the year ahead is one of resilience, progress, and cautious optimism.
Making a Plan for The New Year
Partnering with a trusted locum tenens agency—such as Alumni Healthcare Staffing—can provide much-needed clarity and stability for health systems navigating the murky waters of 2025. With a relationship-driven approach and proven results, the right partner can help organizations regain momentum and move forward with confidence.
I welcome the opportunity to connect and discuss current staffing concerns, organizational restructuring, and effective alternatives to traditional VMS/MSP models. Together, we can identify practical solutions and position your team for a strong, resilient, and prosperous 2026. Reach out at any time to set up a meeting or Contact Us today!
