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Bringing Health Care Back to a Rural Pennsylvania Community

Source
Penn State College of Medicine News
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Date
Aug 7, 2024
Summary
Describes how the Penn State College of Medicine created a mobile health clinic to serve a nearby rural community following the closure of a pharmacy and community health center. Notes that the mobile clinic has helped to alleviate transportation and time barriers for rural patients while simultaneously providing training opportunities for medical students. Outlines efforts to integrate research into the project and barriers including marketing and skepticism of outsiders.
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Access · Health workforce education and training · Mobile and episodic healthcare delivery · Research methods and resources · Pennsylvania