Paul Farmer, an American medical doctor and professional medical anthropologist renowned for his impressive work in supplying health care to poorer nations, died Monday at age 62, his nonprofit group Partners in Health stated. The Boston-based corporation explained he “unexpectedly handed away today in his slumber when in Rwanda.” “Paul Farmer’s decline is devastating, but
Leslie Clayton, a physician assistant in Minnesota, says a name change for her profession is long overdue. “We don’t assist,” she says. “We provide care as part of a team.” Liam James Doyle for KHN hide caption toggle caption Liam James Doyle for KHN Leslie Clayton, a physician assistant in Minnesota, says a name change