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There's all kinds of hoops to become a Doctor that aren't really necessary for most people to get the healthcare they need.

Those organizations help foster that.

What sort of hoops are unnecessary in your view?

I assume they were referring to doctor groups such as the AMA which actively work to limit the number of doctors.

Except this isn't really true. While it is true that the AMA lobbied to reduce positions in the early 2000's due to an projected surplus, once it became apparent that there was actually a shortage, the AMA reversed its position and now lobbies for more positions.

The AMA holds no power?