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New Zealand Invests $82.85M in Medical School to Combat Doctor Shortage

7/21/2025

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The New Zealand government is investing $82.85 million to establish a new medical school at the University of Waikato, slated to open in 2028. This ambitious plan seeks to combat the doctor shortage, especially in rural communities, by training 120 more medical students each year. However, concerns about its costs and practicality linger.

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The New Zealand government is investing $82.85 million to establish a new medical school at the University of Waikato, slated to open in 2028. This ambitious plan seeks to combat the doctor shortage, especially in rural communities, by training 120 more medical students each year. However, concerns about its costs and practicality linger.