KevinMD March 31, 2023
The United States is grappling with a significant health care crisis as physician and nursing shortages impact the nation’s ability to provide adequate care to an aging population. A combination of factors contributes to these shortages, with consequences that can be far-reaching. This article will explore the factors contributing to these shortages, their potential impacts, the ongoing efforts to address them, and how artificial intelligence (AI) can be pivotal in mitigating these issues.
Physician and nursing shortage: contributing factors
According to a report from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the United States will face a shortage of 54,100 and 139,000 physicians by 2033.
Several factors are contributing to the growing shortages of physicians and nurses in the United...