Pennsylvania Doctor Shortage Sparks Debate on Supply
In Pennsylvania, only two doctors serve Sullivan County’s 9,980 residents as experts clash over causes and remedies for doctor shortages. Statewide ratios vary, with 1 doctor per 645 people, while advocates urge more physicians and broader distribution. Medical schools push regional campuses and family practice to address needs.
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Counties Short on Physicians Across Pennsylvania
The Associated Press reports 15 Pennsylvania counties face doctor shortages with high patients-per-physician ratios. Montour leads with 123 physicians serving 16,482 people. Montgomery and Philadelphia also show severe gaps, while Bedford Cameron Clarion Clearfield Fulton Indiana Juniata Perry Pike Snyder Somerset Sullivan Susquehanna Tioga list varied patient loads per doctor.
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