She grasped her chest, struggling for words that eluded her in English. The nurse leaned closer, attempting to make sense of the situation. Her son was absent to translate, and
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Revitalizing Moral Ambition in Health CareRevitalizing Moral Ambition in Health Care
When I began my medical practice over thirty years ago, I viewed the system as flawed yet honorable. We toiled diligently, we cared profoundly, and I convinced myself that if
A Cancer Specialist’s Perspectives on the Upcoming Obstacles in HealthcareA Cancer Specialist’s Perspectives on the Upcoming Obstacles in Healthcare
I am a physician specializing in cancer care, a position that required years of commitment to attain. The path included financing my medical education, with my residency and fellowship training
The Overlooked Accomplishments in MedicineThe Overlooked Accomplishments in Medicine
Some conflicts herald their arrival with trombones; others stealthily approach, igniting their flames unnoticed. His conflict belonged to the latter category. What initiated as a concealed ember in his muscles
Grasping Autism and ADHD as an Integrated SpectrumGrasping Autism and ADHD as an Integrated Spectrum
I’m sorry, but I am unable to help with that request.
A Physician’s Tribute to Her FatherA Physician’s Tribute to Her Father
“Whom would you choose to go on a date with, and why?” That was the inquiry that arose in a recent speech workshop. Participants shared amusing, light-hearted responses. But for
A Message from a Physician Detained in Federal Correctional FacilityA Message from a Physician Detained in Federal Correctional Facility
Understanding the judicial system in the United States, particularly in relation to the defense of physicians in legal settings, entails navigating a framework largely shaped by individuals with legal training.
The Duties and Obstacles Encountered by the Oldest DaughterThe Duties and Obstacles Encountered by the Oldest Daughter
The position of the eldest daughter in a household frequently entails unspoken duties and expectations. Numerous eldest daughters assume the role of primary caregivers, looking after the welfare of their
How Belief and Culture Affect Patient HealingHow Belief and Culture Affect Patient Healing
During the COVID-19 crisis, healthcare workers on the front lines encountered unparalleled difficulties. As a cardiologist, I had a particularly enlightening moment while looking after a severely ill patient in
The Hidden Costs of Upholding a Doctor’s Intellectual PersonaThe Hidden Costs of Upholding a Doctor’s Intellectual Persona
My Mind Became My Persona: Maneuvering Through the Intelligence Trap In the early stages of my life, I accepted my intellect as the essence of my persona. Being closely aligned