Physician and Nurse Shortages

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Physician and Nurse Shortages

Although the number of physicians and nurses has steadily increased over time there continues to be concern about impending shortages of physicians and nurses. Recently there has been more concern about physician burnout.

Respond to each of the following questions:

· What role does student debt play in this workforce market?

· How could physician and nursing shortages be altered by policy changes (wages, policy, substitution, barrier changes)?  

· Argue the following: There will be a shortage of healthcare providers.