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Who will treat me in a new nursing home if at risk for stroke?
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The House Physician: Usually, nursing homes have a medical director/house physician who is visiting each patient on a weekly basis. They would be the people taking care of your medical needs while in a nursing home.
Answered 6/16/2012
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