Discussion of "Spatial accessibility of pediatric primary healthcare: Measurement and inference"

TL;DR

This paper discusses the measurement and inference methods used to evaluate the spatial accessibility of pediatric primary healthcare, emphasizing the importance of accurate modeling for healthcare planning.

Contribution

It provides a critical discussion on existing methodologies for assessing spatial accessibility, highlighting gaps and proposing considerations for future research.

Findings

Identifies limitations in current accessibility measurement methods

Emphasizes the need for improved inference techniques

Highlights the impact of measurement accuracy on healthcare policy

Abstract

Discussion of "Spatial accessibility of pediatric primary healthcare: Measurement and inference" by Mallory Nobles, Nicoleta Serban and Julie Swann [arXiv:1501.03626].