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Dr. Steve Vargo discussed OD fatigue with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

Dr. Steve Vargo

February 1, 2021

11:47

Join Dr. Steve Vargo as he discusses OD fatigue and how to avoid it with IDOC Connection 2021 conference keynote speaker, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith.

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Dr. Steve Vargo

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