May 19, 2025
I had not role modeled cynicism or pessimism. Rather, my student’s statement was a sign of learning and understanding what I had taught: processing and handling the reality of medical practice.
Beatrice T.B. Preti reflects on teaching students to be aware of the systems they work in (including limitations and...
Feb 17, 2025
As I reflect on my initial years of training, I am deeply moved by the kindness that surrounded me, especially during hands-on interactions with patients as an anxious new trainee. The warmth and guidance that were shown to me had a profound influence on my personal learning and growth.
Oscar Li and Yeonsoo Sara Lee...
Feb 3, 2025
In some ways, I walked a mile in the refugee doctors’ shoes. I learned about culture through my mistakes instead of being explicitly taught. Although mistakes aid learning, they also have the potential to erode relationships.
Samantha E. Smith reflects on her experience teaching refugee doctors and the importance of...
Jan 6, 2025
Above all, the impact of this initial connection between us on his engagement in the care journey filled me with a profound sense of accomplishment. What would have become of Bernard without this connection? This experience confirmed for me the importance of an authentic connection with the patient.
Rémi Esclassan...
Jul 15, 2024
The complicated positionality of a learner in medicine means that our fingerprints are always there, regardless of the role. And while it is never documented, our most profound contribution is how we accompany patients in need.
Daniel J. Olivieri reflects on his first death pronouncement and what he learned about...