Posted by Dr. Bob on October 23, 2002, at 19:43:09
In reply to Re: Educate members » Dr. Bob, posted by Alan on October 23, 2002, at 18:26:18
> > In what sense do you see them as in a position of authority?
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> In much the same way as the face time they have w/you and your colleagues.I mean, do you see them as experts?
authority
1 c : an individual cited or appealed to as an expert
http://m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?authority> you have the knowledge and experience to know where they are coming from and know - as one also being in a position of authority - how to think critically in order to form critical medical judgements and distinctions concerning the details of their pitch.
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> Consumers do not.Maybe we should just agree to disagree on this. I think the people here, especially with input (including alternative posts of view) from others, can make up their own minds.
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Bob
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