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To my family—CeCe, Margaret, and Libby. Thanks for a lifetime of joy and sticking by me when it looked like all was lost.
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To my friends—especially Mark, Bill, Jim, Sean, Joe, Tim, Frank, Tom, and Jack. I was never blessed with siblings, but that didn’t mean I was without brothers.
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To my colleagues—Toby, Joe, Brian, and all my partners at Cleveland Clinic. I’ve stood on the shoulders of many giants; I hope to make you proud.
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To my caregivers—Matt, Sri, Mark, Chuck, and all the others, giving me more time with your skill and caring is my life’s greatest gift.
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To my patients—I thank every one of you for your sacred trust.