American Journal of Kidney Diseases
Volume 54, Issue 1 , Pages 4-5 , July 2009

Improving Training in Nephrology Procedures: Yes We Can

  • W. Charles O'Neill, MD

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to W. Charles O'Neill, MD, Emory University, Renal Division, 1639 Pierce Dr, WMB 338, Atlanta, GA 30322

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PII: S0272-6386(09)00519-8

doi: 10.1053/j.ajkd.2009.03.001

American Journal of Kidney Diseases
Volume 54, Issue 1 , Pages 4-5 , July 2009

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