In an editorial, the State Journal points out that Michigan could face a shortage of 6,000 doctors by 2020, and the projected shortage could become worse if Wayne State and the DMC do not settle their differences. "These are two big organizations at an impasse, threatening the residency program," said Dr. Paul Farr, president of the Michigan State Medical Society. The newspaper urges Gov. Jennifer Granholm to get personally involved in the negotiations if necessary.