Medical Mistakes: Dr. Oz Talks to Actor Dennis Quaid.

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Medical Mistakes: Dr. Oz Talks to Actor Dennis Quaid.

March 25, 2009

The Oprah Winfrey Show. March 10, 2009.

This feature spotlights Dennis Quaid's experience with medical errors and offers tips for patients on protecting their health.

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