Publications by authors named "Meheret Mekonnen"
Article Synopsis
- The study highlights the lack of diversity in Internal Medicine (IM) physicians and the shortage of them in Medically Underserved Areas (MUAs) in the U.S.
- It found that medical students intending to practice IM in MUAs are more likely to be underrepresented in medicine, have higher student debt, and possess experiences related to cultural competencies.
- Key factors influencing this intent include receiving scholarships, having significant debt, and engaging in community-based or global health research, particularly among non-Hispanic Black/African American and Hispanic students.
