I Am Not A Robot. I'm A Doctor And My Patients Need The Real Me.

Opinion columnist, USA Today: Opinion
Sat, 03/23/2019 - 2:00am

Telemedicine can't replace the 'laying on of hands' and personal relationships that help patients discuss problems and can improve their health.

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