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Analysis and Planning for South Carolina

Updated weekly as healthcare news develops.



September 30, 2013

In the News

In the News


Are 3-Year Medical Degrees Good Enough for Future Docs? - According to Fierce Healthcare, on September 17, more medical schools are turning to a three-year solution, offering future primary care doctors an accelerated program and major savings. But not all health educators favor the fast-track approach and urge caution when redesigning medical education. TO READ MORE CLICK HERE

Educators Call for Abbreviated Medical School Curriculum to Reduce Student Debt, Strengthen Workforce - According to MedicalDaily.com, on September 20, medical students and universities could benefit from reducing the traditional four-year curriculum to three years according to educators at the New York University School of Medicine. TO READ MORE CLICK HERE

Paying Doctors for Better Care Improves Quality - According to Reuters, on September 11, paying bonuses to doctors who work in small practices for the quality of care they provide leads to a modest increase in the number of patients who get the recommended treatment for their conditions, according to a new study. TO READ MORECLICK HERE