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Truth in advertising: When is a doctor really a doctor?

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. In an emergency, the first question people often ask is: “Is there a doctor in the house?” When you have a medical problem, the best advice is, “Ask…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

In an emergency, the first question people often ask is: “Is there a doctor in the house?” When you have a medical problem, the best advice is, “Ask your doctor.”  Most people automatically assume that “doctor” in this context refers to a physician with a medical degree.

Dentists, chiropractors, and podiatrists are well-educated professionals who may also be addressed as …

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Truth in advertising: When is a doctor really a doctor?