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The Shortage of Black Doctors

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The Shortage of Black Doctors

Roughly 6 percent of America’s doctors are black, even as African-Americans continue to struggle with a range of illnesses compared with whites. This week, Leonard talks with Christopher Hall, MD, who will explain why the lack of black physicians can be a bad thing for patients. He also explains why it\'s so important for parents to encourage their children to study STEM subjects.