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Analysis and Planning for South Carolina

Updated weekly as healthcare news develops.



August 26, 2013

In the News August 26, 2013

In the News

NPs, PAs Trending Away from Primary Care - According to medpagetoday.com, on August 16, a new study in American Family Physician finds an increase in sub-specialization among nurse practitioners and physician assistants. TO READ MORE CLICK HERE

Hunting Season for Healthcare Worker - According to healthleadersmedia.com, on August 19, health care professionals are feeling more confident about their job prospects, making hiring more difficult for employers. TO READ MORE CLICK HERE

Path to United States Practice Is Long Slog to Foreign Doctors - According to The New York Times, on August 12, thousands of foreign-trained immigrant physicians are living in the United States with lifesaving skills that are going unused because they stumbled over one of the many hurdles in the path toward becoming a licensed doctor here. TO READ MORE CLICK HERE