The U.S. population is projected to grow by 10.6% by 2034, with a projected 42.4% increase in those aged 65 and above, leading to greater demand for physician specialties that predominantly care for older Americans.
It may become increasingly difficult to find primary and secondary care over the next decade. The United States could see a shortage of between 37,800 and 124,000 physicians by 2034, according to a new study from the Association of American Medical Colleges.
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