In case you are not aware, the most common medical malpractice issue medical providers deal with today relates to breast cancer care—specifically, misdiagnosis, delay in diagnosis, and/or failure to follow standard of care. So it is probably not a surprise that the nation has a shortage of breast imaging radiologists and soon will be facing a shortage of breast oncologic specialists as well. To aggravate this issue further, reimbursement for treatment rendered isn’t matching up with expenses incurred, driving even more medical professionals from wanting to stay in this oncologic specialty.
