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. 2012;17(9):1221-2.
doi: 10.1634/theoncologist.2012-0138. Epub 2012 Jun 11.

Doc, I don't want your poison

Francesca Giorgi  1 , Romeo Bascioni
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Doc, I don't want your poison

Francesca Giorgi et al. Oncologist. 2012.

Abstract

This article discusses the importance of maintaining a trusting relationship with patients, even when they do not agree with the oncologist's proposed treatment regimen.

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Disclosures: The authors indicated no financial relationships.

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