Care Gap: Trinity Health Physician Departures Impacting Patients in Springfield

Care Gap Due to Physician Departures

SPRINGFIELD — Recent *resignations* of primary care and family practice physicians from the Trinity Health of New England Medical Group have led to a significant care gap for many patients. The impact of these departures is palpable, as patients express growing dissatisfaction with their care options.

Patient Response to Doctor Shortage

• Patients are increasingly frustrated by limited access to practicing physicians.
• Many express concern over the *potential delay* in receiving necessary healthcare.
• The network's inability to replace departing practitioners is a pressing issue.

In Springfield, the primary care infrastructure is feeling the strain, prompting discussions on how to address the evolving provider landscape.

Addressing the Physician Shortage

1. Explore incentives for retaining family and primary care physicians.
2. Implement recruitment strategies to mitigate shortages.
3. Engage with community stakeholders to improve healthcare accessibility.