The project is expected to reach all practicing physicians within two years.
He had no formal training except for having a father and brother as practicing physicians.
And, the officials said, prospective students are often discouraged when talking with practicing physicians.
And I have heard a number of practicing physicians in speeches before my own classes say practically the same thing.
An educator and practicing physician, he worked especially among the poor populace.
"We decided we must give our students role models early - practicing physicians who like what they do."
Prior to his government service, Winkenwerder worked as a senior health executive and practicing physician for more than 20 years.
While its membership has declined in recent years, it claims approximately 20% of practicing physicians as members.
Two of them had been practicing physicians and the other two research scientists before entering public service.
This funding will potentially offset the costs of electronic medical record systems for practicing physicians.