HB 5573
Rural Medical Residency Program concentrating on obstetrics and gynecology for rural hospitals, can be funded from the Rural Health Inititive or other sources funded by the legislature.
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Rural Medical Residency Program in West Virginia to address a shortage of healthcare professionals, particularly in rural areas and medical care deserts. It aims to increase the number of physicians and allied health professionals practicing in underserved communities, with a specific focus on obstetric and gynecological care. The program will be funded through the Rural Health Initiative or other legislative sources and will be overseen by the vice chancellor for health sciences, incorporating existing programs like the Kellogg program.
Key provisions
- Creates the Rural Medical Residency Program to increase healthcare professionals in rural areas.
- Requires the Rural Health Initiative to prioritize obstetric and gynecological care in underserved areas.
- Establishes at least six primary health care education sites, including those offering obstetric and gynecological services.
- Updates the goals of the Rural Health Initiative to include increased placement of physicians and mid-level providers in rural communities.
- Creates an office of rural medical education and workforce development to support residency programs.
- Allows for funding from the Rural Health Initiative and other legislative sources.
- Requires the selection of primary health care education sites based on specific criteria, including community support and need.
- Mandates evaluation of existing rural health care education sites to ensure compliance with updated legislation.
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