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Native American Physicians in United States

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: As of 2024, there are 841000 physicians practicing in the United States. The total number of Native American physicians includes only 0.3 percent of this group (approximately 2500). The shortage translates to an even lower percentage of Native American women physicians. This shortage could have significant ramifications in care that is available to Native American population in the United States. Not only does this take away from indigenous communities’ access to healthcare, but their children’s opportunities as well. This article emphasizes the importance of investment in our youth to improve care in reservations and train skilled physicians to provide care in underserved areas.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.13935699

Author: Nojaye Talebzadeh

Language: English

Topic: Diversity and Career in Medicine

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6968089783

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