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We would like to extend our gratitude to the following colleagues for their continuous support and encouragement during the writing of this book.
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Dr. Sridhar Chilimuri, MD, FACG
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Chairman, Department of Internal Medicine
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BronxCare Hospital Center
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Dr. Jonathan. N. Bella, MD, FACC, FASE, FAHA
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Chief, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
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BronxCare Hospital Center
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Dr. Muhammad Adrish, MD, FCCP
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Attending Physician, Department of Pulmonary Medicine
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BronxCare Hospital Center
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Additionally, we are indebted to our families who allowed us time away to complete this endeavor.