
52. ACR Workforce Solutions
ACR on Air
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Why Is the Wait Time for New Patients to See a Rheumatologist So Long?
The wait time for new patients to see a Rheumatologist is so long, John says. American College of Rheumatology study projects 100% increase in adult rheumatologists by clinical FTU availability between 2025 and 2030. Baby boomers around the world are retiring; they're going to be replaced by predominantly female workforce with younger doctors. "This is not a rheumatology alone problem, that this is a global generational transition"
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