As demand for surgical services grows, the anesthesia workforce faces increasing pressure, with nearly 22% of anesthesia providers projected to exit by 2033. To help healthcare leaders tackle this challenge, Medicus Healthcare Solutions has released its comprehensive 2025 report: The Anesthesia Provider Shortage.
This detailed analysis examines current workforce trends, contributing factors to the shortage, and actionable strategies to ensure sustainable staffing and continuous access to anesthesia care across the U.S.
Insights From the 2025 Anesthesia Workforce Report
Workforce and Job Growth Projections
The report offers detailed forecasts for anesthesiologists, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), and Certified Anesthesiology Assistants, highlighting expected supply gaps and growth needs through 2033.
The Interim Anesthesia Workforce
Medicus explores the role of interim providers in filling immediate staffing gaps and stabilizing healthcare delivery while permanent solutions are developed.
Geographic Disparities in Access
Significant regional variations exist in anesthesia care availability, with rural and underserved areas experiencing the greatest challenges.
Training Bottlenecks
Limited training capacity and slow pipeline growth contribute to the supply-demand imbalance, underscoring the need for expanded education and training initiatives.
Strategies to Navigate the Shortage
The report outlines practical approaches including workforce diversification, interim staffing programs, technology integration, and collaborative care models designed to optimize resource utilization and maintain patient care quality.
Access the Full Report
Healthcare leaders and administrators can download the full 2025 Anesthesia Provider Shortage report [here] (insert link) for an in-depth understanding and actionable guidance on addressing this critical issue.
Founded in 2004, Medicus Healthcare Solutions connects physicians and advanced practice providers with healthcare organizations across the U.S. Through innovative staffing programs like Medicus Transition Program, MedicusOne, and proprietary tools such as mSolve, Medicus offers a personalized, comprehensive approach to workforce stabilization and resource management. With over 300 employees, Medicus stands as one of the fastest-growing companies in healthcare staffing.
