Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
Volume 39, Issue 1 , Pages 4-10 , March 2008

The Regulation of Health Professionals: An Overview of the British Columbia Experience

  • Stephanie Aldridge, RTT, BSc, MEd

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding author. BC Cancer Agency - Fraser Valley Centre, 13750 96th Ave., Surrey, BC.

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PII: S1939-8654(08)00002-7

doi: 10.1016/j.jmir.2008.01.001

Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
Volume 39, Issue 1 , Pages 4-10 , March 2008

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