U.S. doctors are aging, raising concerns about patient safety - The Washington Post
The Washington PostOctober 12, 2026

Richard David Heekins long career as an orthopedic surgeon ended catastrophically. Heekin stepped down at 65 after patients accused him of continuing to operate while impaired by a progressive neuro…
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