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January 24, 2013
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Editorial: Doctor recruitment crucial to our community

With the Douglas County median age rising as baby boomers move toward their so-called Golden Years, it’s good to see some serious efforts to address their health care needs. Such is the case with the recent announcement that Mercy Medical Center and DCIPA, The Physicians of Douglas County, have formed a joint company called Architrave. In addition to helping improve patient care through efficiencies and better communication, the joint venture is also designed to help recruit doctors. Experts have warned that the U.S. faces a significant shortage of doctors over the next decade. Communities across the country have been engaged …

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The News-Review Updated Jan 24, 2013 11:56AM Published Jan 24, 2013 01:36PM Copyright 2013 The News-Review. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.