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On the recordJune 23, 2009
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.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

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

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