5 worst places for physicians to practice, per Medscape

Maine is the worst place in the U.S. for physicians to practice medicine in 2022, according to Medscape rankings released May 20. 

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The medical news website’s rankings are based on malpractice payouts, compensation, cost of living and work-life balance, among other factors. 

Here are the five worst U.S. places to practice with the top suggested city or neighborhood:

  1. Maine (Portland)
  2. Maryland (Ellicott City)
  3. West virginia (Morgantown)
  4. Rhode Island (Providence)
  5. Washington, D.C. (Adams Morgan)

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