Attitudes on organ donation among Hawaii physicians.
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A survey of physicians attending the recent Hawaii Medical Association meeting was conducted in order to assess physician attitudes on organ donation. Physicians were asked 6 questions and demographics were collected. Results indicate that Hawaii physicians generally support organ donation and are aware of some of the current federal legislation regarding donation.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Hawaii medical journal
دوره 59 11 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000