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Physicians may be obstacles to breast reconstruction

A new study suggests that only one quarter of general surgeons refer most breast cancer patients for a reconstruction consultation at the time of treatment planning.

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   In the December issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Massachusetts General Hospital physician Erin Tracy warns that commercial genetic testing, while increasingly available, is poorly regulated and may present potential pitfalls for patients and physicians.
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3. Race impacts professional lives of physicians of African descent
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4. Research finds that male athletes prefer female team physicians
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5. New UC Davis study finds physician style and HMO affiliation impact lengths of patient visit
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