6. Obstetrics and Gynecology
Like all other specialties on this list of most in demand medical specialties in America, obstetrics and gynecology will lack workforce in the future. By 2020 America will have a shortfall of up to 8,800 OBGYNS while by 2050 it is possible that the country will face a deficit of 22,000 of these doctors. Currently, a single OBGYN is not present in nearly half of all counties in the US. In order to address the issue different solutions have been proposed including financial incentives for graduates who would pursue specialization in gynecology. Obstetricians and gynecologist earn $277,000 annually and they belong to a group of doctors who are the least satisfied with their income.
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