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Community-based distributive medical education: advantaging society
Tracy J Farnsworth1, Alan C Frantz, Ronald W McCune
1Department of Health Care Administration, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID 83209, USA.
Medical Education Online
|February 23, 2012
Summary
Community-based distributive medical education (CBDME) offers a promising approach to address physician shortages and improve distribution. Further research is needed to optimize this cost-effective model for underserved areas.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health
- Healthcare Policy
Background:
- Growing physician shortages and maldistribution in the USA are critical public health concerns.
- International medical graduates play a role in addressing physician supply.
- Rising medical education costs necessitate innovative training and placement strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a narrative summary of community-based distributive medical education (CBDME).
- To examine the merits of CBDME in addressing physician distribution and societal needs.
- To explore cost-effective models for physician training and placement.
Main Methods:
- Narrative review of medical education trends and initiatives.
- Analysis of physician distribution, shortages, and educational costs.
- Examination of CBDME as a potential solution.
Main Results:
- Medical schools have increased enrollment but physician distribution challenges persist.
- CBDME presents a compelling model for training physicians to meet societal needs.
- Opportunities exist to improve physician placement cost-effectively.
Conclusions:
- CBDME shows potential for improving physician distribution and meeting societal expectations.
- Further research is recommended to guide policy on physician incentives for underserved areas.
- The cost-effectiveness of CBDME requires further investigation for long-term viability.
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