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The DO

Reflections on the impact of the Latinx physician shortage in the US

By The DO Staff

10.20.24

A 52-year-old woman presents to the ED with epigastric abdominal pain and bright red hematemesis. She is hypotensive and tachycardic. The attending physician calls on you, their voice sharp with urgency: “… what do you want to do, doctor?” Your heart rate goes up and the fluorescent lights above appear to brighten with anticipation.