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Robert A. Freitas Jr., Nanomedicine, Volume I: Basic Capabilities, Landes Bioscience, Georgetown, TX, 1999

1.2.4 Evolution of Bedside Practice

The relationship between physician and patient has been evolving in response to the rapidly changing medical environment. Two of the most important trends are the decline of traditional holism (with a concomitant increase in specialization) and the rise of therapeutic customization in medical practice.

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