Seminars in Radiation Oncology
Volume 18, Issue 3 , Pages 186-193 , July 2008

The Role of Physicians and Medical Organizations in the Development, Analysis, and Implementation of Health Care Policy

  • David C. Beyer, MD, FACR, FACRO, FASTRO

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress reprint requests to David Beyer, MD, FACR, FACRO, FASTRO, Arizona Oncology Services, 8994 E Desert Cove, Suite 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85260.
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  • Najeeb Mohideen, MD

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doi: 10.1016/j.semradonc.2008.01.006

Seminars in Radiation Oncology
Volume 18, Issue 3 , Pages 186-193 , July 2008