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The Rural Obstetric Workforce in US Hospitals: Challenges and Opportunities

Description
Details a study of the obstetric workforce and access to obstetric services in rural areas. Analyzes the results of a survey of 306 rural hospitals across the U.S. from November 2013 - March 2014. Discusses possible policy and training modifications for rural hospitals based on the study's conclusions.
Author(s)
Katy B. Kozhimannil, Michelle M. Casey, Peiyin Hung, et al.
Citation
Journal of Rural Health, 31(4), 365-372
Date
10/2015
Type
Document
Tagged as
Access · Health workforce supply and demand · Maternal health and prenatal care · Maternal health workforce · Recruitment and retention of health professionals · Statistics and data