Schatz introduces bill aimed at addressing surgeon shortage in remote communities
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz, has introduced legislation aimed at improving access to general surgeons in Hawaii and other underserved areas across the country. According to the senator’s office, the Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act would direct the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to study access to general surgeons among underserved populations and identify areas facing shortages. Hawaii’s ongoing physician shortage has created challenges for residents, particularly those living in rural and remote communities. “We have a doctor shortage crisis in Hawaii, and it’s ...
