Here are five key statistics:
1. By 2025, the nation may face a shortage of between 3,600 medical specialists and 10,200 medical specialists.
2. Regarding surgical specialists, the United Sates may face a shortage between 25,200 and 33,200.
3. The United States may face a shortage of between 14,900 primary care physicians and 35,600 primary care physicians by 2025.
4. The U.S. population under age 18 is anticipated to increase by 5 percent by 2025.
5. Comparatively, the U.S. population 65 and older is expected to rally 41 percent.
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