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9 reasons why doctors need to worry about the growing influence of nurse practitioners

Author(s)Todd Shryock
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As nurse practitioners gain greater autonomy and influence, many physicians are raising concerns.

As nurse practitioners gain greater autonomy and influence, many physicians are raising concerns. Here are the key reasons why doctors should be paying close attention—from patient safety to professional identity and economic impact—to what is happening among health care providers.


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