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According to the Alabama Medical Association, the state is in need of roughly 3,000 doctors. The Physician Workforce Act aims to address that shortage.
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The Association of American Medical Colleges estimates 124,000 more physicians will be needed by 2034, with the largest gap among specialists.
Shortages amid the pandemic have led to physician fatigue and burnout, even as the state's population ages.
Shortages amid the pandemic have led to physician fatigue and burnout, even as the state's population ages.
Shortages amid the pandemic have led to physician fatigue and burnout, even as the state's population ages.