Dr. Barry Dworkin

How "less is more" medicine will lead to fewer harms and better care

Madely Health Headlines Commentary for April 3, 2014

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Source:

Choosing Wisely Canada: Stimulating discussion over unnecessary medical tests, procedures

Reference:

W. Levinson, T. Huynh. Engaging physicians and patients in conversations about unnecessary tests and procedures: Choosing Wisely Canada.Canadian Medical Association Journal, 2014; DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.131674

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