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U.S. health care is increasingly like a casino

Having insurance is just the starting point for quality health care; factors like provider shortages and socioeconomic status can impact access and experience.

'Something has to change': Why this primary care doctor wants to unionize

Elsa Imbimbo emphasizes the importance of unionizing for primary care doctors to enhance their professional support and development opportunities.

U.S. health care is increasingly like a casino

Having insurance is just the starting point for quality health care; factors like provider shortages and socioeconomic status can impact access and experience.

'Something has to change': Why this primary care doctor wants to unionize

Elsa Imbimbo emphasizes the importance of unionizing for primary care doctors to enhance their professional support and development opportunities.
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from Harvard Business Review
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Why the U.S. Healthcare System Is So Much Worse Than Its Peers

The U.S. healthcare system ranks lowest among high-income countries, despite its wealth and technology.
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Health shrinkflation: Patients wait more for less

The trend toward concierge medical practices is increasing as patients seek quicker access and better services amidst growing wait times in traditional healthcare.

Community Health Center Worker Shortages Could Undermine Care - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Community health centers provide vital care to millions, but face significant challenges like workforce shortages that impact service delivery.

Ontario appoints former federal Liberal health minister to lead primary care team | CBC News

Dr. Jane Philpott aims to connect all Ontarians to primary care within five years, addressing the urgent need of over 2.5 million without a family doctor.

PA and MD Students Awarded National Health Service Corps Scholarships - News Center

Two PA students have received NHSC scholarships for their commitment to serving underserved communities in healthcare.

New Sutter Health medical center coming to Morgan Hill

Sutter Health is leasing a medical center in Morgan Hill to provide healthcare services in an underserved area.

Health shrinkflation: Patients wait more for less

The trend toward concierge medical practices is increasing as patients seek quicker access and better services amidst growing wait times in traditional healthcare.

Community Health Center Worker Shortages Could Undermine Care - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Community health centers provide vital care to millions, but face significant challenges like workforce shortages that impact service delivery.

Ontario appoints former federal Liberal health minister to lead primary care team | CBC News

Dr. Jane Philpott aims to connect all Ontarians to primary care within five years, addressing the urgent need of over 2.5 million without a family doctor.

PA and MD Students Awarded National Health Service Corps Scholarships - News Center

Two PA students have received NHSC scholarships for their commitment to serving underserved communities in healthcare.

New Sutter Health medical center coming to Morgan Hill

Sutter Health is leasing a medical center in Morgan Hill to provide healthcare services in an underserved area.
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Op-Ed | Primary care needs significant investment to break the cycle of underfunding | amNewYork

The power of inclusive primary healthcare in providing preventive care and support for vulnerable populations.

What to Expect at an Annual Physical

Annual physicals are crucial for early detection of health issues and establishing a trusting relationship with a physician.

Op-Ed | Primary care needs significant investment to break the cycle of underfunding | amNewYork

The power of inclusive primary healthcare in providing preventive care and support for vulnerable populations.

What to Expect at an Annual Physical

Annual physicals are crucial for early detection of health issues and establishing a trusting relationship with a physician.
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Why Retail Health Clinics Failed

Retail chains need to strategically redesign their approach to stabilize their position in primary care.

Recruitment programs lure family doctors to small towns with big cash bonuses | CBC Radio

Canadian municipalities are incentivizing family doctors to practice in smaller towns due to a shortage of primary care physicians.

More GP appointments help tackle '8am rush' - but extra cash still needed

GP surgeries in north London have increased appointment availability and reduced waiting times.

Havering GP practices with the most unhelpful receptionists - as rated by patients

Reception staff at Robins Surgery in Harold Hill rated most unhelpful in Havering. Cranham Village Surgery rated most helpful.
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Walmart will close all of its health care clinics; most are in rural areas

Walmart is closing all 51 health care centers due to lack of profitability and challenging reimbursement environment.

Healthcare Is a Frontier Not Even Walmart Could Conquer - And It's Not Looking Great For Others Either - MedCity News

Walmart is closing its healthcare division due to lack of sustainable business model, showcasing the difficulty of achieving profitability in the primary care and telehealth markets.

Walmart will close all of its health care clinics; most are in rural areas

Walmart is closing all 51 health care centers due to lack of profitability and challenging reimbursement environment.

Healthcare Is a Frontier Not Even Walmart Could Conquer - And It's Not Looking Great For Others Either - MedCity News

Walmart is closing its healthcare division due to lack of sustainable business model, showcasing the difficulty of achieving profitability in the primary care and telehealth markets.
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These researchers asked 10,000 Canadians what they think of the health-care system | CBC News

Canadians express dissatisfaction with primary care system
Majority want improved access to primary care

Ontario to add 400 new primary care providers to deal with staffing shortage | CBC News

Ontario is investing $110 million to connect over 300,000 people to primary care teams.
The funding will add 400 new providers to 78 primary care teams in the province.
There are currently 1.3 million people in Ontario without a primary care provider.

Where the Executive Who Sold One Medical to Amazon Turns for Advice

Amir Dan Rubin successfully grew primary care into a tech-friendly consumer staple.
Rubin sought guidance from friends, investors, and professors to shape his perspective and achieve success.

Opinion | Why Doctors Aren't Going Into Pediatrics

Shortage of pediatricians is leading to long wait times for children's healthcare.

Funding instability plagues program that brings docs to underserved areas

Training primary care doctors in outpatient clinics, especially in underserved areas, increases the likelihood of them staying and practicing locally where they are needed.

In Baltimore, nurses go door-to-door to bring primary care to the whole neighborhood

A new program called Neighborhood Nursing aims to provide convenient health checks to residents in the community, potentially preventing health crises.
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