Doctor Wanted: Small Town Offers Big Perks To Attract a Physician - KFF Health News
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The town of Havana, Florida, is seeking a family doctor to practice in the rural community. Incentives include rent-free office space with medical equipment owned by the town. With a physician shortage hitting small communities hard, town leaders put want ads in newspapers and on social media.

For a rural community, this town of 1,750 people has been more fortunate than most. A family doctor has practiced here for the last 30 years.

  • disguy_ovahea@lemmy.world
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    1 day ago

    My great aunt was given a deal like this to move to New Zealand in the late 50s. New Zealand is undeniably beautiful, and full of rich culture. They’re really going to have to sweeten that deal to get someone to move to Florida.