Appropriate training and retention of community doctors in rural areas: a case study from Mali

• Main Authors: Coulibaly Seydou (Author), Kone Yacouba (Author), Dugas Sylvie (Author), Van Dormael Monique (Author), Sy Mansour (Author), Marchal Bruno (Author), Desplats Dominique (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2008-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>While attraction of doctors to rural settings is increasing in Mali, there is concern for their retention. An orientation course for young practicing rural doctors was set up in 2003 by a professional association and a NGO. The under...