International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Pages 1-3 , March 2006

Risk and negligence: A minefield or an opportunity?

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PII: S1746-0689(06)00030-7

doi: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2006.02.004

International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Pages 1-3 , March 2006

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