Physiatrist volunteerism in specialty societies and organized medicine.
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DeLisa JA: Physiatrist volunteerism in specialty societies and organized medicine. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2007;86:687–689.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation
دوره 86 8 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007