Side Gigs For Physicians Boom As Salaries Flatten And Burnout Continues

The Rise of Physician Side Gigs

Across the nation, physicians are seeking income streams beyond traditional clinical practice. According to a 2025 MedScape survey, 4 in 10 physicians now have a side gig, and nearly 75% report equal or greater fulfillment compared with clinical medicine. This shift isn’t solely about burnout, many doctors are responding to rigid pay structures, limited career growth, and a desire for autonomy….