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Journal of Family Practice, Oct, 2004 by Stephen Brunton

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Stephen Brunton, MD

Director of Faculty Development, Cabarrus/Northeast Medical Center, Family Medicine Residency, Charlotte, NC

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Approach to assessment and diagnosis of chronic pain

Journal of Family Practice, Oct, 2004 by Stephen Brunton

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