Access as equity: Addressing the distribution of the pediatric dermatology workforce. (2nd August 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ugwu‐Dike, Pearl; Nambudiri, Vinod E.
• Is Part Of: Pediatric dermatology. Volume 38(2021)Supplement 2
• Page Start: 2
• Page End: 5
• Publication Date: 2021-08-02
• Subjects: equity -- fellowship -- geography -- medical education -- pediatric dermatology -- workforce; Pediatric dermatology -- Periodicals; Children -- Diseases -- Periodicals; 618.925
• DOI: 10.1111/pde.14665
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0736-8046

Abstract

Abstract: While overall shortages in the pediatric dermatologist workforce have been well‐documented, recent evidence indicates a geographic maldistribution of providers, which can further exacerbate health disparities for children. Wide geographic gaps in access to pediatric care constitute a critical public health issue and impede upon a child's right to access care. In this review, we examine the issue of geographic maldistribution of pediatric dermatologists through the lens of health equity: describing the problem, exploring the enablers of and barriers to change, and offering potential solutions.