The Journal of Emergency Medicine
Volume 40, Issue 2 , Pages 225-228 , February 2011

Liability of Emergency Physicians for Studies Ordered in the Emergency Department: Court Cases and Legal Defenses

  • Gregory P. Moore, MD, JD

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    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint Address: Gregory P. Moore, md, jd, 1507 Nisqually St., Steilacoom, WA 98388

Received 6 May 2009 ,Revised 22 June 2009 ,Accepted 6 August 2009.

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PII: S0736-4679(09)00774-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2009.08.047

The Journal of Emergency Medicine
Volume 40, Issue 2 , Pages 225-228 , February 2011

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