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The problem with medicine is the people.

Imagine the worst scum-of-the-earth man you’ve ever met with alcohol-laden breath that would make Jack Daniels cry.  Now give him pancreatitis and excruciating abdominal pain. Next, ship him to the hospital so that I can take care of him.

The beauty of medicine is the people.

Imagine a wonderfully sweet 65-year-old woman with 6 grandchildren and baking skills that would make Betty Crocker smile. Now give her a massive heart attack and excruciating chest pain.  Next, ship her to the hospital so that I can take care of her.

Interesting dynamic, I suppose.

One Response to “The Agony and the Ecstasy”

  1. The Lone Coyote Says:

    This sums it up perfectly.

    I’ll be interested to follow your trip through residency.

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