Nevada’s shortage of doctors stems from a lack of residencies, three to five-year training programs that are required for medical students to become practicing physicians.

In response to the nationwide doctor shortage that has hit rural communities especially hard, local healthcare organizations ...

“Most of my new patients come through word of mouth,” says Dr. Boling. Her advice: Look at neighborhood chat groups. Ask friends who their doctors are and why they like them. Have a friend who’s a ...