Neurologist Attitudes on Practicing in Hawai'i.

There is a shortage of neurologists nationwide, and the demand for neurologists is expected to increase in the upcoming years while the pool of practicing neurologists dwindles. Per Hawai'i Neurological Society, there were 44 practicing neurologists in the state of Hawai'i in 2019, representing a shortage of approximately 28 neurologists. Considering that Hawai'i is geographically, demographically, and culturally distinct compared to other states, a concern is that practicing neurology in Hawai'i poses unique challenges that may contribute to the low numbers of neurologists.