Where Have all the Doctors Gone?!

Not only does Kentucky rank below most of its neighboring states when it comes to the number of physicians serving its communities, its among the lowest in the nation.

Unfortunately, according to the 2007 KIOM Physician Workforce Study, the situation will only get worse.  Obviously, something has to be done to train and keep more doctors in our state.

The Kentucky Medical Association is willing to work with citizens, politicians, and Universities to improve the situation.  The association has created the Patient Physician Partnership to increase the number of physicians in Kentucky’s communities.

Read more about the situation and the solution at www.kypatientcare.org.