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The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Puerto Rico: Historical Notes on Its Formation (Part 2)

Rosa Beale
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Puerto Rico: Historical Notes on Its Formation (Part 2)
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This historical article explores the foundational years of Puerto Rico's College of Physicians and Surgeons following its legal incorporation in 1985. Under the leadership of neurologist Juan Rodríguez del Valle, the organization worked to consolidate its structure and launch legislative efforts for physician licensure across the island during 1985-1986. The College's establishment represented a significant milestone in professionalizing healthcare regulation and organizing the medical profession in Puerto Rico. Understanding this institutional history provides context for how modern healthcare governance and professional standards developed in the territory.

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Revista Galenus

By Rosa Beale

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