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As the need for rural doctors grows, a DO has been at the forefront of recruiting efforts

By The DO Staff

11.03.21

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and the loss of industry experienced in rural communities, medical schools are hoping to fill the gap of rural doctors with new graduates, especially those who attended schools in rural areas. According to a recent report by WKSU news, with people leaving these communities, more rural areas are becoming medical deserts, and the need for more doctors continues to rise.