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A multistep approach to improving biopsy site identification in dermatology: physician, staff, and patient roles based on a Delphi consensus.

Alam M, Lee A, Ibrahimi OA, et al. A multistep approach to improving biopsy site identification in dermatology: physician, staff, and patient roles based on a Delphi consensus. JAMA Dermatol. 2014;150(5):550-8.

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March 26, 2014
Alam M, Lee A, Ibrahimi OA, et al. JAMA Dermatol. 2014;150(5):550-8.
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Alam M, Lee A, Ibrahimi OA, et al. A multistep approach to improving biopsy site identification in dermatology: physician, staff, and patient roles based on a Delphi consensus. JAMA Dermatol. 2014;150(5):550-8.

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