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The art of practicing medicine such that a patient is subjected to tests which will not alter the direction of treatment, and refusing treatment until the patient complies. When a doctor requires a test or procedure more harmful or risky than providing appropriate treatment to see if there is improvement.
Dr. Clarke is practicing Quid pro quo medicine, he wants me to have an ERCP with sphincterotomy when a CT Scan carries less risk, less cost and is more accurate than his subjecting opinion.
by Leithian August 24, 2021