United States Physician Workforce and International Medical Graduates: Trends and Characteristics


 
Language:

English

Author:

Akl EA et al.

Series/Journal Title:

Journal of General Internal Medicine

Volume:

22

Issue:

2

Copyright:

2007

Description:

International medical graduates (IMGs) have been a valuable resource for the United States physician workforce, and their contribution to the United States workforce is likely to increase. This article describes the historical trends and compare the characteristics of IMGs to United States medical graduates in the United States. It also recommends that policymakers consider the consequences for both the United States and source countries. [adapted from abstract]
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Geographic Focus

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