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Shortage Of Pediatric Practices In Germany
A sign outside a pediatric practice, Kinderarztpraxis, in Gauting, Starnberg, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany, on January 17, 2024. Germany faces a growing crisis in pediatric care, as many parents struggle to find a pediatrician nearby. Over the next few years, approximately 25 percent of pediatricians are expected to retire, often leaving their practices without a successor. This situation highlights the pressing need for healthcare reform and strategic planning to ensure accessible medical care for children in suburban and rural areas. (Photo by Michael Nguyen/NurPhoto)