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First, do no harm

Lisa Belkin · 1994 · Book

A thoughtful exploration of medical ethics and the difficult decisions doctors face when treating critically ill patients. Essential reading for anyone interested in healthcare, mortality, and the moral complexities of modern medicine.

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