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outcomes, qualitative research will need to query command Disclosures
surgeons and SOCMs. These two groups are vital to future The author has indicated she has no financial relationships
research. Command surgeons are medically accountable to relevant to this article to disclose.
the commanders for any changes in medical training and com-
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