The New Economics of Pediatric Specialty Care
Pediatric subspecialist shortages are no longer a temporary recruiting challenge. They have become a structural market issue that is reshaping how children’s hospitals staff care, expand access, and plan for long-term sustainability.
This white paper examines the systemic forces reshaping pediatric specialty care and describes how leading organizations are advancing workforce strategies and care delivery models that move beyond traditional recruitment to address these evolving market demands.
Key findings include:
- Nearly 90% of organizations report pediatric subspecialty vacancies that take 9 months or longer to fill
- 55% say time-to-fill has worsened over the past three years
- Organizations report an average of 47.8 additional subspecialists they would hire if financial constraints were removed
- 66% say 10 to 27 pediatric subspecialties require institutional subsidy
- Another 23% report that every subspecialty requires subsidy
Gain a clearer view of the pediatric specialty care market and the decisions that will define the next decade of care delivery.
