Stephen "Steve" Hoffmann (born February 1, 1955) is an American physician and the author of ''Under the Etherdome'',Hoffmann, Stephen A. ''Under the Ether Dome: A Physician's Apprenticeship at Massachusetts General Hospital.'' New York: Scribner, 1986.

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pertaining to his experience at

Harvard Medical School Harvard Medical School (HMS) is the medical school of Harvard University and is located in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, Longwood Medical Area in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1782, HMS is the third oldest medical school in the Un ...

. Hoffmann's book was featured on the

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in 1989 when Stephen made a guest appearance on the show. Stephen began his medical career at the

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. As a young resident intern Steve had a frictional relationship with the Chief of Staff. He eventually left the Massachusetts General hospital and began practicing privately, where the majority of his work is done currently. Hoffmann has spent considerable time reviewing medical lawsuits and working as an expert witness. He specializes in

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, and has a record of excellence in helping win cases. He has yet to lose a case that he has reviewed and served on.

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