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Test Your Knowledge of Connecticut's Physician Workforce
January 2009

1. What percentage of Connecticut physicians is contemplating a career change because of Connecticut's practice environment?

a) 5%
b) 10%
c) 15%
d) 19.3%

2. In which county do physicians report the most difficulty recruiting physicians?

a) Windham
b) Litchfield
c) Middlesex
d) New Haven

3. Which specialty is most to report burdensome liability premiums?

a) Obstetrics and Gynecology
b) Neurological surgery
c) Dermatology
d) Oncology

4. What percent of Connecticut physicians report limiting high-risk patients due to liability concerns?

a) 10%
b) 33%
c) 50%
d) 90%

5. What is the average waiting time for routine office visits in Connecticut for new patients?

a) 5 days
b) 10 days
c) 17 days
d) 50 days

Source: Physician Workforce Survey Report, Connecticut State Medical Society, Sept. 2008,

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