Rural-Urban Differences in Access to Thoracic Surgery in the United States, 2010 to 2014

ConclusionsLimited access to thoracic surgeons in rural areas is a concern, given an older and retiring surgical workforce, the higher burden of lung cancer in rural areas, and recent policy changes for screening reimbursement.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research