Sunday, December 16, 2012

Needed: Alternatives to Doctors in Age of Obamacare

When The Doctor Is Not Needed.  Editorial.  The New York Times.  December 16, 2012.

Among the alternatives explored are pharmacists, nurse practitioners, retail clinics, community aides, and self-care at home.  Physician assistant is mentioned briefly.  Also mentioned is the funding provided by the Affordable Care Act for increases in medical residents, nurse practititoners, and physician assistants trained in primary care.

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