Jama Author Interviews: Covering Research In Medicine, Science, & Clinical Practice. For Physicians, Researchers, & Clinician

Availability of pediatric care is decreasing, despite the growing complexity of pediatric care needs. Match rates for pediatric residency continue to decline. The US risks a serious shortage of pediatricians. Julie Byerley, MD, MPH, executive vice president & chief academic officer, Geisinger, Pennsylvania, discusses this and more with JAMA Deputy Editor Linda Brubaker, MD, MS. Related Content: Where Are All the Pediatricians?