Opinion: A CT doctor shortage made worse

CT Mirror – Tuesday, May 27, 2025
By Dr. Anthony Yoder and Ryan Englander

The United States is currently in the grips of a massive physician shortage estimated to be over 60,000. As the workforce ages, the Association of American Medical Colleges estimates the physician shortage will increase to over 86,000 physicians by 2036.

Ryan Englander is a MD/PhD candidate at the University of Connecticut. Anthony Yoder, DO, is Chair, Health and Public Policy, CT Chapter, American College of Physicians.

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