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Consummate doctor: Dr. Val Rachlis, examining Violet Gray, was recently named community family practice teacher of the year.
Consummate doctor: Dr. Val Rachlis, examining Violet Gray, was recently named community family practice teacher of the year.

Consummate doctor: Dr. Val Rachlis, examining Violet Gray, was recently named community family practice teacher of the year.

Date12/3/1990
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