Stanford doctors, who are represented by the Committee of Interns and Residents, are planning a demonstration today following seven months of contract negotiations.
The physicians and residents are advocating for a fair contract that values patient and physician well-being over profit. Some doctors have voiced that they are struggling with everyday living costs in the Bay Area because of low pay and lack of support.
The demonstration is scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m. in front of the Stanford Hospital, located at Pasteur Drive and Welch Road, in Palo Alto.
This protest underscores the wider issue of healthcare professionals facing challenging working conditions, particularly in high-cost areas. It highlights the importance of fair and balanced labor contracts that recognize the value of medical professionals’ work and the need to ensure their well-being in order to provide the best patient care.
The doctors will be joined by Stanford graduate student workers, suggesting a broader movement regarding labor conditions within the institution.