HB 5573·WV·house
Rural Medical Residency Program concentrating on obstetrics and gynecology for rural hospitals, can be funded from the Rural Health Inititive or other sources funded by the legislature.
In CommitteeFiled Feb 16, 2026
Sponsor: Canterbury
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Feb 16, 2026
Summary
The bill establishes a Rural Medical Residency Program that places obstetrics and gynecology residents in rural hospitals. It also requires the existing Rural Health Initiative to focus on eliminating obstetric and gynecological care deserts. Funding can come from the Rural Health Initiative or any other legislative appropriations.
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