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201681 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

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Dr. Feelgood

201681 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

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Chronic pain management presents ethical dilemmas for healthcare providers, as illustrated through interviews and case studies in Eve Marson's exploration of addiction risks.

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Chronic pain management presents ethical dilemmas for healthcare providers, as illustrated through interviews and case studies in Eve Marson's exploration of addiction risks.

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Doctors face significant challenges when treating patients experiencing chronic pain. They must weigh the need to relieve suffering against the risks of addiction. Eve Marson directs "Dr. Feelgood," which includes interviews and case studies that highlight the ethical dilemmas physicians encounter in pain management. The film features perspectives from healthcare providers and patients, illustrating the societal pressures impacting medical decisions around prescription drug use. It runs for 81 minutes and was released in 2016.

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Meet Dr. Eve Marson, the film's director.
Find out about real-life ethical dilemmas in pain management.
See how addiction risks affect patient care.

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The film was directed by Eve Marson, a woman director.
Dr. Feelgood has a runtime of 81 minutes.
The documentary was released in 2016.

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Who directed the documentary Dr. Feelgood?

Dr. Feelgood was directed by Eve Marson.

What is the runtime of the documentary Dr. Feelgood?

The runtime of Dr. Feelgood is 81 minutes.

What year was Dr. Feelgood released?

Dr. Feelgood was released in 2016.

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