Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 32, Issue 9 , Pages 740-748 , November 2009

Hospital-Based Chiropractic Integration Within a Large Private Hospital System in Minnesota: A 10-Year Example

  • Richard A. Branson, DC

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    • Corresponding Author InformationSubmit requests for reprints to: Richard A. Branson, DC, Director of Chiropractic Services, Fairview Sports and Orthopedic Care, Fairview Health System, 501 Nicollet Blvd, #100, Burnsville, MN 55337

Received 20 May 2009 ,Revised 25 August 2009 ,Accepted 5 September 2009.

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PII: S0161-4754(09)00278-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2009.10.014

Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 32, Issue 9 , Pages 740-748 , November 2009

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