Jinping
Xu,
MD, MS
Professor and Chair, Dept of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences
Wayne State University
Dr. Xu is a Professor and Chair, Dept of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences, Wayne State University School of Medicine. She is also co- principle investigator of Michigan Area Health Education Center.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Introduction: The healthcare workforce in Michigan plays a crucial role in ensuring the wellbeing and health outcomes of the state's diverse population. This presentation aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the healthcare workforce in Michigan, focusing on four key disciplines: medicine, pharmacy, social work, and nursing. By examining the unique challenges and opportunities within each field, the presentation seeks to suggest solutions and highlight the role of the Michigan Area Health Education Center (MI-AHEC) in addressing these challenges. Methods: Data will be presented through…