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Some doctors are reluctant to care for patients with disabilities, study finds

Por: The Boston Globe Nation October 06, 2022

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Dr. Lisa Iezzoni pulled her wheelchair up to the screen and asked the physicians on the video call about their experiences and attitudes caring for people with disabilities.Iezzoni’s wheelchair was out of view as the physicians spoke candidly and shockingly about their experiences. Not only did several of the 22 doctors say they did not have the equipment or training to care for people with disabilities, but some felt burdened by the work.... + full article



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