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Sociodemographic characteristics of the sample
| Sociodemographic characteristics (N = 38) | |
|---|---|
| Type of practice | 50% (19) joint/group practice, 50% (19) solo practice |
| Practice location | 45% (17) rural community/small town, 21% (8) medium-sized town, 34% (13) large city |
| Status | 79% (30) practice owner, 21% (8) salaried physician |
| Age | Ø 53 years (minimum 36, maximum 71) |
| Sex | 53% (20) male, 47% (18) female |
| Patients per quarter | 26% < 1000, 33% 1000–1500, 41% > 1500 |
