The U.S. healthcare system is running out of doctors, and patients are paying the price.
Long wait times, closed clinics, and overwhelmed practices are all symptoms of a growing physician shortage.
What’s driving the shortage?
Several forces are colliding:
- An aging physician workforce
- Rising patient demand
- Limited residency slots
- Burnout and early retirement
The shortage is especially severe in:
- Primary care
- Rural communities
- Underserved urban areas
Where IMGs fit in
International Medical Graduates are one of the largest untapped physician resources in the country. Thousands of trained doctors already live in the U.S. but are unable to practice due to licensing barriers.
Unlocking IMG talent is one of the fastest ways to expand the healthcare workforce.
That’s why alternative licensure pathways and employer partnerships are growing, and why WeAreDocs exists.
Learn how IMGs are filling these gaps:
How International Medical Graduates Can Practice Medicine in the United States.