DR. MARK F. DEATHERAGE, M.D.

GRANTS PASS, OR

Research Active
Surgery - Vascular Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 2013 – 2013 NPI: 1841293156
Surgery - Vascular Surgery
General SurgeryInternship and ResidencyRural Health ServicesEducation, Medical, GraduateWorkforceOregonCareer Choice

Practice Location

1600 NW 6TH ST
GRANTS PASS, OR 97526-1094

Phone: (541) 474-5533

What does MARK DEATHERAGE research?

Dr. Deatherage studies how specialized training for surgeons in rural areas affects their career choices. He looks into whether these programs lead to more surgeons working in small communities, which often face a shortage of healthcare providers. By analyzing the outcomes of residents who participated in rural training, he aims to understand how this education influences their decisions to practice in less populated areas, ultimately seeking to enhance healthcare accessibility for patients in these regions.

Key findings

  • 91% of residents who completed a rural training year became general surgeons, compared to only 47% of those who did not participate.
  • 36% of rural-trained residents chose to practice in small towns, while only 7% of non-participants opted for similar locations.
  • The study shows that rural training effectively encourages more doctors to serve in areas that lack sufficient healthcare services.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Deatherage study general surgery?
Yes, Dr. Deatherage's research focuses on general surgery, particularly in the context of rural healthcare.
What is the significance of rural training programs?
Rural training programs are significant because they increase the likelihood of surgeons practicing in small towns, addressing the healthcare shortage in these areas.
How does Dr. Deatherage's work affect patients in rural areas?
His work directly benefits patients in rural areas by promoting strategies that lead to more general surgeons serving their communities.

Publications in plain English

Association between dedicated rural training year and the likelihood of becoming a general surgeon in a small town.

2013

JAMA surgery

Deveney K, Deatherage M, Oehling D, Hunter J

Plain English
This study looked at whether a special training program for surgeons in rural areas would make them more likely to work as general surgeons in smaller towns after completing their education. It found that 91% of residents who completed the rural training entered general surgery, compared to only 47% of those who did not participate in the program. Additionally, 36% of the rural-trained residents chose to work in small towns, compared to just 7% of the others. This matters because it shows that giving doctors experience in rural settings can help address the shortage of general surgeons in small communities. Who this helps: Patients in rural areas who need access to healthcare.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

Karen Deveney David Oehling John Hunter

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