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A Letter to Washington Post
The president of the AANP, in a recent Washington Post article on the roles and titles of medical professionals, misrepresents the dedication and compassion of physicians and presents a grossly inaccurate portrayal of the practice of medicine.
A Letter to USA Today
USA Today recently published an article titled "Physician assistant, nurse practitioner or doctor: What patients should know,"... there are some critical nuances that need addressing.
The Silent Injustice: Rural America’s Battle for Equal Healthcare
A silent injustice has taken root in the hospitals and clinics of rural America. While it might not dominate urban dialogues or political debates, its implications touch millions.
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Physicians for Patient Protection is a grassroots organization of practicing and retired physicians, residents, medical students, and assistant physicians (a new designation for physicians who have finished medical school but haven’t yet matched in a residency).
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