The Physician Pathways Act aims to address Massachusetts' physician shortage by creating a streamlined path for internationally trained physicians to obtain licenses, enhancing care in underserved areas.
The new legislation requires at least three years of practice at healthcare facilities serving rural and underserved communities, directly targeting gaps in medical service availability.
Despite having the highest physician-to-population ratio, Massachusetts suffers from a significant geographic maldistribution of doctors, with various regions lacking adequate medical care providers.
In 2021, nearly a third of residents reported challenges in accessing healthcare, emphasizing the urgent need for systematic changes to improve healthcare delivery in the state.
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