January 14, 2009
Being a Doctor
We are not geniuses. We are not anywhere near at our full potential. We see so many areas where we could improve. Yet, for some reason our practice is considered very well-run. We are frustrated at our shortcomings, but patients are thrilled by our strengths.
This afternoon, I walked into the exam room 45 minutes late. [...]
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November 24, 2008
American Medicine
Dear Mr. Obama:
As promised, I am continuing these letters – I know I sometimes get side-tracked, so thanks for your patience. As you know, I am a primary care physician in private practice, so what you do with healthcare really matters to me. Not only does it affect my personal livelihood, but it greatly affects [...]
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