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Developing and Implementing a Local Education and Support Program for Patients with Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs)

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Kuhrik, M., Kuhrik, N.S., Deshields, T.L. et al. Developing and Implementing a Local Education and Support Program for Patients with Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs). J Canc Educ 25, 543–547 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13187-010-0084-z

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