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Why would a doctor risk their medical license writing prescriptions all day at a pain clinic just for money?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Do no harm: As long as there is a legitimate reason then there should be no problem.

Answered 12/9/2013

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