Word: saviano
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...centers treat a wide array of psychological ailments, from eating disorders and drug abuse to depression and, most often, stage fright. Those who take care of the performers admit to having some jitters of their own as well. Last fall Dr. Michael Saviano was roused from his sickbed by the San Francisco Opera to tend a singer whose voice was giving out. His verdict: finish the performance but sing at half power. His backstage visit concluded, a feverish and bleary Saviano headed for the hospital to await his patient -- and a reassuring once-over of those valuable vocal cords...