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10 states that support physician work-life balance

These 10 states have paid family or medical leave programs and health, wellness, peer support, or monitoring resources available to physicians or other health professionals.

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  • MDSpire News Staff

  • August 27, 2026

  • 6 min

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Clinical Scorecard: 10 states that support physician work-life balance

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionPhysician work-life balance
Key MechanismsState paid-leave programs and physician health programs
Target PopulationPhysicians and health professionals
Care SettingState-level employment and health support programs

Key Highlights

  • California offers up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for various qualifying events.
  • Colorado provides up to 12 weeks of leave with additional weeks for pregnancy complications.
  • Massachusetts allows up to 26 weeks of combined family and medical leave.
  • New York's program includes up to 12 weeks of job-protected paid leave.
  • Washington offers comprehensive health support services for physicians.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

      Monitoring & Follow-up

        Risks

          Patient & Prescribing Data

          Clinical Best Practices

          • Utilize state-specific paid-leave programs for family and medical events.
          • Engage with confidential health programs for mental health and substance use support.
          • Encourage peer support and counseling services among health professionals.

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          10 states that support physician work-life balance

          • by MDSpire News Staff

          • August 27, 2026

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