Turbulent times--the experiences of a college president.
The past president of The Royal College of Surgeons of England recounts difficulties arising during his 3-year term of office 1998-2001. These included prolonged hostile media and public criticism of surgeons and surgery as well as unexpected College interaction with government in regard to problems with the National Health Service.
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The Royal Society of Medicine, London, United Kingdom. BarryJck7@aol.com
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