Shortages in medical subspecialty care, particularly endocrinology, present a growing challenge in the United States. In Ohio, structural inequities in the rural and Appalachian regions, including fewer healthcare providers, limited facilities, and barriers to transportation and broadband connectivity, contribute to delayed diabetes diagnoses, increased complications, and a higher mortality rate.
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