Idaho ranked last in the country for physicians per capita before the pandemic and the doctor shortages and an aging workforce have only worsened the situation.
OROFINO — When Ann Lima goes into work at her clinic, she knows she’ll be treating patients with a range of unique health care needs. She’ll rely on phone calls
Although it’s not likely to pass, at least not this year, opponents say the proposal is already accelerating the spread of false claims and sowing distrust of physicians.
Her title may be much longer than her name, but Patrice Burgess has served nearly 30 years in primary health care with ever-expanding responsibilities and satisfaction. Burgess is the executive medical director for system clinical integration and health informatics for the Saint Alphonsus Health System. In this “hybrid role,” she said, her key responsibilities include .
BOISE – With the onset of the annual influenza season, Saint Alphonsus Health System is once again teaming up with Albertsons to make getting a flu shot easy and convenient.