I'm probably a charter member of la petite papier societe, and I
figure it this way: It's a business meeting, and business people
bring pertinent documents and materials to conferences and
meetings in order to be prepared for a effective exchange.
The doctor brings his/her chart, notes, labs, and training; I bring
my notes, experience, and outside info, and we do
business. He doesn't apologize for his paperwork, and neither
do I. It's just good business.
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