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Do Western doctors have to learn the principles of alternative medicine, Chinese medicine, Indian medicine, and different treatment methods?

14/08/2021 21:56

Harel Samuel

An ideological openness to ancient medicine but profound philosophy may only benefit Western physicians. Western doctors do not have to specialize in Chinese or Indian medicine or alternative therapies, but they must be aware of and respect other treatment methods.

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