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Patients at Risk

Auteur(s): Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD
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 Patients at Risk exposes the political maneuvering and corporate greed that has led to the replacement of physicians by lesser trained practitioners, including nurse practitioners and physician assistants. As corporations seek to save money and government agencies aim to increase constituent access, minimum qualifications for our nation’s healthcare guardians continue to decline—with deadly consequences. This is a story that has not yet been told, and one that has dangerous repercussions for all Americans.© 2025 Patients at Risk Hygiène et mode de vie sain Troubles et maladies
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