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COVER STORY
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2nd annual lA healthcare awards
Patrick Soon-Shiong, MD, and others were honored at the annual Healthcare Awards, which celebrate leadership, innovation, education, and community service in Los Angeles County while raising funds for the Patient Care Foundation’s Medical Student Scholarship Program.
10 DEPARTMENTS 6 Front Office | Practice Management Tips, hints, advice and resources
SPECIAL: Holiday Travel Section
8 Balance | Lifestyle & Wellness
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News, studies, tips and opportunities to help physicians maintain a balanced lifestyle
12 PNN | NEWS IN REVIEW
The latest headlines impacting the economics of healthcare delivery in Southern California
14 SPECIAL SECTION | HOLIDAY TRAVEL
FEATURE
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From Your Association
BEST PRACTICES
With the wider implementation of health reform just weeks away, Physician Magazine provides a comprehensive overview of key best practices including, personnel, efficiency, time management, and HIPAA-compliance.
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President’s Letter | marshall morgan, MD
26 CEO’s Letter | Rocky Delgadillo 27 LACMA News | Association Happenings
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