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. 2021 Sep;67(9):647-651.
doi: 10.46747/cfp.6709647.

Family medicine: An evolving field around the world

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Family medicine: An evolving field around the world

Archna Gupta et al. Can Fam Physician. 2021 Sep.
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Figure 1.
Distinctions and relationships between primary health care, primary care, and family medicine

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