ED imaging demand skyrocketed in 2021, and many radiology providers are struggling to keep up. What's next for the specialty?

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The United States has faced a growing shortage of physicians for some time. This long-term trend—coupled with the pandemic and increased imaging demand throughout 2021—have led to a highly competitive radiologist employment market at a time when practices find themselves short-staffed, overworked, and in need of relief.