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The practice of medicine has developed into the prime example of professional dominance in America. Physicians set their own standards for licensing and education. Also, the licensing boards that oversee the practice of the medical profession are composed primarily of physicians.
Physicians' dominance of their profession does not always function in the best interests of society. Although a code of ethics for the profession exists, and the mission of the profession is perceived as being service oriented to the public, in reality, professional etiquette is the norm. Because many physicia
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