Upcoming Doctor Shortage

Upcoming Doctor Shortage

Across Maryland, a growing number of physicians are due to retire over the next decade. And many observers worry that there's a shortage of medical students in the pipeline to take their place. We'll look at the possible implications of...

Across Maryland, a growing number of physicians are due to retire over the next decade. And many observers worry that there's a shortage of medical students in the pipeline to take their place. We'll look at the possible implications of the statewide staffing crunch, and what can be done.

Guests

Cal Pierson

President, Maryland Hospital Association

Edward Salsberg

Director, Center for Workforce Studies at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC); Senior Associate Vice President, AAMC.

Blair Eig

Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs, Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring

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