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A Midwestern DoctorThe Forgotten Side of Medicine
Followers425,062
Last 7 daysfrom Nov 7
Last 30 daysfrom Nov 30
Subscribers (rounded)382K+
Paid subscribersTens of thousands
Best board spot#1 Health Politics Bestsellers
Recommended by79
New recommenders, 30 days50+
Recommends7
Tracked sinceOct 31, 2026

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A Midwestern Doctor

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A Midwestern Doctor

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