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TMC Medical Minutes: HealthCare Quality

We all expect quality and safe healthcare, but as patients, what can we do to help ensure this quality? Joining us today is TMC President nd CEO Dr. Mackey Watkins to discuss ways that each and every one of us can get involved.

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