-Should there be more financial support given to physicians who practice primary care?
-How do the differences in reimbursement for primary care and secondary or tertiary care differ, and how does this impact the income of physicians?
-How does the aging of the population, health insurance reimbursement, and consumer demand impact the practice patterns of health care clinicians?
-Refer to Vignette: Recruitment and Retention of Physicians to Rural Settings . What new strategies do rural hospitals need to implement to successfully attract and retain physicians in their markets?
-What is the primary barrier for physicians to locate and practice long-term in a rural setting?