Rural radiation oncology clinic closures threaten cancer patient care
A study from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai indicates that while the total number of radiation oncology clinics in the U.S. remains stable, there is significant turnover with many rural closures. This trend poses a threat to cancer patient access to care in underserved areas.
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