Physician Collective Bargaining In A U.S. Public Hospital

The book "Physician Collective Bargaining in a U.S. Public Hospital" by Stephen L. Thompson provides a comprehensive analysis of the motivations that lead employed physicians in a public hospital in the U.S. to pursue collective bargaining with their employer. The author examines how the desire for participation in decision-making, the improvement of salaries and working conditions, and dissatisfaction with the current income situation influence the decision to join a union. The study highlights the challenges faced by physicians, including a high patient load and the pressure to manage administrative tasks, which leads to an increased need for a voice in the decision-making process. The book offers valuable insights into the dynamics of labor relations in healthcare and the role of unions in improving working conditions for medical staff.