Arlen Specter actually said...

There's a tremendous amount of concern in Philadelphia--really more broadly speaking, but certainly in Philadelphia--where these implants occurred and I think that prompt oversight is something that we ought to do to respond to the public concern.

Context

Emphasizing the need for oversight due to public concern over patient safety.

06/23/2009

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