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“Surgeons know nothing but do everything. Internists know everything but do nothing. Pathologists know everything and do everything but too late.”

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Robin Cook
Robin Cook

Robin Cook was a distinguished British politician and a member of the Labour Party. He served as the Member of Parliament for Edinburgh West from 1977 until his death in 2005. Cook was a fervent advocate for nuclear disarmament and a pivotal figure in the peace process in Northern Ireland. He also held several ministerial roles, including Foreign Secretary. more

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