Idaho doctor shortage persists

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Among health care professionals in Idaho, one concern remains constant: The state needs more doctors.

Dr. Jonathan Shupe said North Idaho’s five northern counties are expected to be short about 50 primary care physicians by 2030.

“If we were to fill 1,400 new physician positions tomorrow in Idaho, we would only reach the national average,” Shupe said. “That shows the magnitude of the shortage in our state.”

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