Since 2005, a dozen of the United States and more than 15 medical specialties have reported a physician shortage or anticipate one in the next few years. This anticipated shortage and a worsening of physician distribution are compounded by a projected increased demand for health care services. Health care of women of all ages is particularly vulnerable. The obstetrician gynecologist workforce is aging and is among the least satisfied medical specialists. Primary care physicians such as family physicians and general internists will be asked to care for more women who are elderly. Furthermore, fellowship training in women’s health care in internal medicine and in maternal child health in.
