Trends in Dermatologist Density Between Urban and Rural Counties

doi:10.1001/jamadermatol.2026.3233

September 2, 2026JAMA Dermatology

Trends in Dermatologist Density Between Urban and Rural Counties

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To evaluate and characterize trends in the density of dermatologists and total physicians per 100,000 individuals across rural and urban counties.
Conducted a cross-sectional study analyzing physician workforce distribution across United States counties.
Calculated and compared physician and dermatologist density metrics normalized per 100,000 population across urban and rural county designations.
Identified marked disparities in specialist density, with lower dermatologist-to-population ratios in rural counties relative to urban counties.
Demonstrated persistent geographic divergence in the distribution of dermatologists alongside broader physician workforce trends over time.

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Cross-sectional study reports shifting dermatologist density across rural and urban counties, highlighting persistent disparities in specialized healthcare access.

Abstract

This cross-sectional study identifies trends in the density of dermatologists and total physicians per 100 000 people in rural and urban counties.

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