The day Joy died.

Gary P Brandeland

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The day Joy died.

November 8, 2006

Brandeland GP. Medical economics. 2006;83(20):50, 52-3.

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This author shares his experience as a young physician dealing with the aftermath of a medical error and how the incident affected his practice, his personal relationships, and the patient's family.

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