
Article
Who makes Canada's rural doctors?
Qui forme les médecins ruraux du Canada?
Spring 2002
Volume 7 - Issue 2
Peter Hutten-Czapski, A. Dianne Thurber
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 30–38
Content Summary
The article investigates the influence of medical training location on the likelihood of graduates practicing in rural areas. It reveals significant variations in rural practice rates among different training programs, highlighting the impact of educational institutions on rural doctor recruitment. The findings suggest targeted strategies could enhance rural physician supply.
Tags
Medical educationRecruitmentRural medicineRetentionMedical residency