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In the past, in even the best of doctor-patient relationships, it was usually the doctor who made the final decision about treatment. Now that's changing. On this week's program, we explore "participatory medicine" with patient-engagement advocate Dave deBronkhart, Jr., better known to his blog followers as e-Patient Dave. Also on the program, Mayo Clinic ophthalmologist Dr. Raymond Iezzi, Jr., talks about the bionic eye, an implant that brings sight to people with serious vision impairment.patient with 'bionic second sight' eye glasses, with Dr. iezzi

Myth or Matter-of-Fact: Patient engagement means more time spent in your doctor's office, leading to higher health care costs.

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