Up to 16,000 women now need to find a new doctor after a six-doctor private obstetrics and gynecology practice in Seattle suddenly announced its closing.
November 08, 2023 at 7:33 pm PSTSEATTLE — A six-doctor private obstetrics and gynecology practice in Seattle suddenly announced its closing. It means up to 16,000 women now need to find a new doctor, including hundreds of pregnant moms.in First Hill, says the closure is driven by a doctor shortage and financial problems, from rising costs of rent and malpractice insurance, while reimbursement rates for women’s health services stay low.
Giola said she got the email last week that Seattle OB/GYN would be closing at the end of the year on December 31. Kimelman said one big reason for the closure is a shortage of OB/GYN doctors, not just in Washington but nationwide.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Another suspicious package found at Seattle synagogueAnother hazmat call at a Seattle Synagogue leaves a Jewish community in North Seattle on edge.
Read more »
Bon Jovi reunion tour 'definitely could happen,' guitarist Richie Sambora saysGuiarist Richie Smabora said a reunion tour with his former band, Bon Jovi, is
Read more »
Exclusive — Trump Lawyer Alina Habba: NY Judge Was ‘Definitely Assisting’ Anti-Trump LawyersSource of breaking news and analysis, insightful commentary and original reporting, curated and written specifically for the new generation of independent and conservative thinkers.
Read more »
Richie Sambora Says a Bon Jovi Reunion ‘Definitely Could Happen’Richie Sambora said a Bon Jovi reunion ‘Definitely could happen.'
Read more »
Chase Young lauds 49ers’ ‘culture’ after trade: ‘Definitely know I’m in a building with winners’San Francisco 49ers defensive end Chase Young talked about the Washington Commanders trading him away and said he 'wasn't mad' about it.
Read more »
Jets offensive line battered by Chargers in 'MNF' blowout loss: 'It's definitely challenging'The Jets allowed a season-high eight sacks Monday night.
Read more »