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The ongoing relationship between patient and doctor is often referred to as �provider continuity.� In many cases, however, a patient receives care not only from a doctor, but also from family members, friends, and neighbors. These caregivers often come with the patient to the doctor�s office and may be responsible for speaking for the patient or making decisions about the patient�s care. As a result, health care professionals and researchers should consider not only the ongoing relationship between the patient and doctor, but also the ongoing involvement of other �providers� of care.
