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Socioeconomic issues in dermatology

L J Goodman, J E Swartwout

    Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
    |December 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    The US faces a physician surplus, with dermatology nearing balance by 1990. This study analyzes dermatologist supply, distribution, and economics amid changing health policies and market forces.

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    Area of Science:

    • Health Services Research
    • Medical Economics
    • Physician Workforce Analysis

    Background:

    • US health services organization is under review due to physician supply and distribution trends.
    • The Graduate Medical Education National Advisory Committee (GMENAC) report projected a physician surplus in many fields by 1990.
    • Dermatology is identified as a specialty nearing a balanced physician supply by 1990.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the supply, distribution, and practice economics of dermatologists in comparison to other medical specialties.
    • To evaluate national health manpower policies in response to increasing physician supply.
    • To discuss the potential impact of market forces on the healthcare sector.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of physician supply and distribution across specialties.

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  • Review of national health manpower policies.
  • Economic modeling of medical practice for dermatologists.

    • Main Results:

    • Projected physician surplus in numerous specialties, with dermatology approaching equilibrium.
    • Analysis of factors influencing physician distribution and economic viability.
    • Assessment of policy and market dynamics affecting the healthcare sector.

    Conclusions:

    • The projected physician surplus necessitates a re-evaluation of health service delivery and manpower policies.
    • Understanding the economics of medical practice is crucial for adapting to workforce changes.
    • Market forces will significantly shape the future of healthcare delivery and physician roles.