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The Role of Physicians in Assessing Older Drivers: Barriers, Opportunities, and Strategies

Hillary R. Bogner, Joseph B. Straton, Joseph J. Gallo, George W. Rebok and Penelope M. Keyl
The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice January 2004, 17 (1) 38-43; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3122/jabfm.17.1.38
Hillary R. Bogner
MD, MSCE
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Joseph B. Straton
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Joseph J. Gallo
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George W. Rebok
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The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice Jan 2004, 17 (1) 38-43; DOI: 10.3122/jabfm.17.1.38
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