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    This randomized trial assesses the effect of 12 months of atorvastatin vs placebo on development of cardiac dysfunction among patients with lymphoma undergoing anthracycline-based chemotherapy.

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    By MARTIN SAMUELS, MD The History of the Problem  The European University (e.g. Italy, Germany, France, England) descended from the Church. The academic hierarchy, reflected in the regalia, has its roots in organized religion. The American University was a phenocopy of the European University, but the liberal arts college was a unique American contribution, wherein…

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    In the trenches - 1 year(s) ago

    When I look back at the most influential clinicians who have taught me clinical reasoning and how to interact with patients, they had several traits in common. They often were enormously respected by their peers, emulated by learners, and loved by their patients. But they also seemed to have a very modest bibliography, often avoided administrative roles, and, unless their institution bestowed…

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    I met Clarence and his family at the cancer clinic after he was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. As I explained the diagnosis, treatment strategy, and prognosis, I found myself presenting Clarence with a couple of options for therapy, detailing the pros and cons, and trying to reach a shared decision. At the end of my mini lecture, I asked Clarence what therapy he was leaning towards. Clarence…

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