The value of survival analyses for evidence-based rural medical workforce planning

Overview

Title: The value of survival analyses for evidence-based rural medical workforce planning

Publish date: 2013

Journal: Human Resources for Health

Authors: Russell, D.J., Humphreys, J. S., McGrail, M. R., Cameron, W. I., & Williams, P. J.

Summary

This paper uses survival analysis to identify factors associated with rural and remote Australian family physician turnover. It found a higher turnover risk in remote locations and for non-Australian trained physicians. The study suggests policy should consider population size, not just geographic remoteness.

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