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Second Opinion

When We Don't Know the Patient's Preference

Hosted by Michael Wilkes Oct. 05, 2007 Health & Wellness
What happens when a patient needs a treatment and there is no record of their preferences?

What happens when a patient needs a treatment and there is no record of their preferences?

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