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The Law of Unintended Consequences Rears Its Head

Stanley B. Cohen, MD  |  Issue: April 2010  |  

Rheumatology healthcare professionals will continue to face major issues as healthcare reform evolves. I believe this experience is representative of the ACR’s responsiveness to member concerns. Please contact ACR staff as issues arise so that we can work together to ensure that our voice is heard and so that patients with chronic musculoskeletal disease can continue to receive the proper care that they deserve.

Dr. Cohen is president of the ACR. Contact him via e-mail at [email protected].

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