A historiography of a model statewide allied health manpower supply/demand study

Noting the absence of unified data on the supply and demand of allied health practitioners in New York State, a study was conducted at the State University of New York at Stony Brook of 16 professional groups. The study consisted of a statewide census; a market survey of professional leaders, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and practicing professionals; and an analysis of educational programs available and minority enrollment in those programs. The results indicated that, in general, the supply and demand for the services of allied health professionals in New York State are in rough equilibrium, with some shortages in rural and inner-city locations. It was further noted that while the educational institutions are preparing adequate numbers of professionals to meet the employment demand, minority groups are significantly underrepresented in the enrollment figures.