Physician Characteristics and Distribution in the US 2007

Based on data obtained from the American Medical Association's Physician Masterfile, this reference presents extensive statistical information on all physicians located in the U.S. and its Possessions. It is aimed at a wide audience that includes hospitals, medical schools, government agencies, and others engaged in researching trends in the physician supply. The data tables are organized into five sections: physician characteristics, physician distribution, geographic region, primary care specialties, and physician trends. Each section opens with a brief introduction and summary. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)