Fantastic stewards and where to find them: a descriptive study of the heterogeneous disparity in physician–pharmacist–nurse distribution among the infectious disease workforce

Key Points

• Access to infectious disease care varies significantly across different regions, indicating systemic disparity.
• Workforce composition in infectious disease is influenced by local and national policies affecting healthcare availability.
• Descriptive analysis of workforce data highlights the need for enhanced collaboration among physicians, pharmacists, and nurses.
• Policy changes may improve access to infectious disease care by addressing disparities in workforce distribution.