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Physicians newly licensed in RI during 1993
N Deary1, M Hamolsky, S M Aronson
1RI Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline, USA.
Rhode Island Medicine
|February 1, 1995
Summary
Newly licensed physicians in 1993 were well-trained, with many educated at Brown University. For about one-third, this Rhode Island medical license was their first credential for independent practice.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Physician Licensure
Background:
- Analysis of physicians newly licensed in 1993.
- Characterization of their training and background.
Purpose of the Study:
- To understand the profile of newly licensed physicians.
- To identify the significance of the Rhode Island medical license for this cohort.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive analysis of 259 physicians licensed in 1993.
- Examination of physician demographics, board certification, and prior licensure history.
Main Results:
- Physicians were typically board-certified and in their mid-thirties.
- A small percentage (9%) were born in Rhode Island; many (plurality) were educated at Brown University.
- Approximately 33% had no prior medical licenses, indicating this was their entry into independent practice.
Conclusions:
- The 1993 cohort of newly licensed physicians represents a highly qualified group.
- For a significant portion, the medical license signifies their formal entry into medical practice.
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