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The best and worst states for doctors in 2026

By The DO Staff

04.02.26

Key takeaways: In 2026, Montana, Indiana and Louisiana have been found to be the best states for practicing medicine, while Rhode Island, New Jersey and New York are the most difficult, according to WalletHub’s recently released list of the best and worst states for doctors.