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title: "Gastroenterologists Overtake Orthopedic Surgeons as Highest-Paid Physician Recruits, AMN Healthcare Report Finds"
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description: "In recent developments, the average signing bonus for physicians has surged by 29% to almost $50,000 as the competition for specialists escalates. The latest data shows that Gastroenterologists are being offered the top average starting salary in the physician field, sitting at $654,000, based on the annual review conducted by AMN Healthcare. These figures reflect the increasing demand for specialized medical professionals and the steps healthcare organizations are taking to attract and retain top talent in the industry."
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# Gastroenterologists Overtake Orthopedic Surgeons as Highest-Paid Physician Recruits, AMN Healthcare Report Finds

In recent developments, the average signing bonus for physicians has surged by 29% to almost $50,000 as the competition for specialists escalates. The latest data shows that Gastroenterologists are being offered the top average starting salary in the physician field, sitting at $654,000, based on the annual review conducted by AMN Healthcare. These figures reflect the increasing demand for specialized medical professionals and the steps healthcare organizations are taking to attract and retain top talent in the industry.

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