Physicians' Organizational Commitment in Healthcare Delivery: A Scoping Review
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Background/Objectives: Physicians' organizational commitment is a fundamental de-terminant of healthcare quality and the long-term economic sustainability of medical institutions. As professional burnout reaches critical levels, it is imperative to identify evidence-based strategies that foster clinician engagement. This scoping review aims to map the existing literature, identify organizational strategies to mitigate burnout, and analyze the economic implications of investing in physician well-being. Methods: Following the Arksey and O'Malley framework and PRISMA-ScR guidelines, a systematic search was conducted across PubMed, CINAHL, and PsycINFO for stud-ies published between 2013 and 2023. After screening 6,938 records, six primary stud-ies and systematic reviews met the inclusion criteria for qualitative synthesis. Data ex-traction focused on leadership interventions, organizational culture, and cost-benefit outcomes. Results: The review identified nine core organizational strategies, with evidence high-lighting the superior efficacy of multifaceted interventions that integrate individual resilience with structural changes. Key findings demonstrate that executive leadership support and a proactive institutional culture are vital for improving quality. Further-more, data indicates that fostering physician commitment leads to substantial eco-nomic advantages by reducing turnover and increasing operational efficiency. Conclusions: Investing in physician well-being is a strategic necessity that enhances both clinical outcomes and institutional productivity. An integrated approach, com-bining individual support with organizational reform, is essential to ensure a sustain-able healthcare workforce. Future research should prioritize longitudinal studies to evaluate the long-term impact of these interventions across diverse healthcare systems.