Posts Tagged "Rural Medicine"

The DEA Telemed Prescription Rules Are Here To Stay

By Danielle Kelvas, MD - March 8, 2023

The Drug Enforcement Administration is changing regulation for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine. Here's what medical professionals need to know about the adjustments to these policies.

Is the Physician Job Market Shifting to Rural Practice?

By Danielle Kelvas, MD - July 13, 2022

With the onset of telehealth and the gap between rural and urban provider salaries contracting, the physician job market is changing. The decision of where to live and practice is an important one that requires careful thought of both your present and future preferences and needs.

The NHSC: A Good Option for Loan Repayment?

By Jacob Bollinger, PA - March 23, 2022

The main goal of NHSC is to connect qualified physicians and primary care providers with patients in underserved regions. To incentivize this they offer both scholarships and loan repayment programs for qualifying healthcare providers. If you qualify, the NHSC may be a great option for paying off your debts.

Rural Medicine: Go Small to Win Big

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - September 29, 2021

Though not as glamorous as taking jobs in the big city, rural physician jobs offer a variety of benefits. Many rural hospital teams report a higher level of camaraderie and ingenuity, and it can be easier to have a voice on a smaller team. Sometimes you need to go small to win big.

Urban, Suburban, or Rural Practice: Pros and Cons

By Laura Gilroy, MD - September 8, 2021

Many physicians dream of the day they get the free agency to choose their desired locale, rather than have their geography determined by fate. From city skylines to cornfields, there are pros and cons to every style of practice. Here is one physician's perspective on the differences between urban, suburban, and rural practice.

Provider Perspective: Is Rural Practice the Right Fit for Me?

By Stacey E. Halford, MSW, LMSW - March 18, 2020

Rural health care is in the national spotlight, so there’s no better time to separate facts from fiction as health professionals start job searches and careers. Too often new health professionals have limited exposure to rural practice, so let’s set the record straight.

Provider Perspective: Is Rural Practice the Right Fit for Me?

Important Aspects of Rural Telehealth Program Development

By Stacey E. Halford, MSW, LMSW - January 6, 2020

Core considerations for rural telehealth program development include: state telemedicine rules and regulations, language and terminology, state parity laws, staffing and teleconsultation models, funding, broadband access, and benefits to rural communities.