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By Hole Ousia Posted on November 28, 2015January 24, 2023

Tools of the Trade

As an NHS doctor of 25 years I have become increasingly aware of the use of mechanical metaphors in healthcare. This is a short film where I ask if this is helpful. Tools of … Continue reading Tools of the Trade

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