AMA: Doctor shortages are here—and they’ll get worse if we don’t act fast
A new story and podcast from the American Medical Association talks about the urgent need for action now to address the physician shortage.
Is it time for an NP/PA ‘Flexner Report?’ Part 2
Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD | [...]
‘UNSUSTAINABLE’: State lawmakers push health care industry to lower its prices
Mercy Hylton, a pediatric emergency physician and a member of Physicians for Patient Protection, is quoted in a story discussing health care cost reductions in Indiana.
A Study in Mississippi Concludes that Non-Physician Care Costs More
Replacing physicians with PAs and NPs increases costs for patients. A large-scale study in Mississippi makes a clear case for physician-led care offering a better value.
NP/PA Educational Reform: Is it time for a ‘Flexner’-style report?
There is concern about the deterioration of nurse practitioner training, [...]
Is it time for an NP/PA ‘Flexner Report?’ Part 1
Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD | [...]
A Day for Physicians & A Time for Clarity
It’s Doctors’ Day. A time for appreciation. And for clarity! Too few patients actually have access to a physician. And confusion is growing about what makes a “doctor.”
Equal pay for ‘equal’ work: Inside the NP fight to be paid the same as physicians
Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD | [...]
Bloated healthcare prices will increase with industry in charge of cost reductions – Indy Star
PPP member, Dr. Mercy Hylton, is a pediatric emergency physician and writes an important Op-Ed in the Indy Star about healthcare price increases.
Virginia is One Signature Away from Allowing NPs to Practice Autonomously After Two Years’ Experience
Should Virginia NPs be allowed to practice without physician supervision after only two years of experience? Gov. Glenn Youngkin may decide as early as today.