Workplace violence has long been prevalent in healthcare, but the last several years have shown an alarming spike, with incidents doubling between 2018 and 2022. Moreover, this surge doesn’t account for incidents that go unreported, which is likely a significant number.  

No single physician can be an expert in all aspects of care, especially when patients have complex health conditions.

Complex care is common. A typical primary care doctor coordinates with 229 other physicians. Patients on Medicare visit at least two primary care doctors and five specialists every year.