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Experiences with a structured conversation tool: a qualitative study on feasibility in general practice in Norway

Cathrine Abrahamsena MD, PhD student, Department of General Practice, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayCorrespondence[email protected]
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Morten Lindbaekb MD, PhD, Senior Researcher, and Professor of General Practice, Department of General Practice, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayView further author information
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Erik L. Wernerb MD, PhD, Senior Researcher, and Professor of General Practice, Department of General Practice, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayView further author information
Pages 190-196 | Received 06 Jun 2021, Accepted 31 Jan 2022, Published online: 19 May 2022

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