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How Trust and Teamwork Kept a Physician from Walking Away
Background:Family medicine is demanding, often taking an emotional toll on physicians as they share in the distress and trauma of their patients. The essay recounts a moment when a family physician, overwhelmed by the complexities of patient care, felt ready to walk away from her duties.
Key Argument:The essay highlights the important role of trust and teamwork in health care settings. When the physician reached out to a team nurse for support, the nurse’s encouragement helped her regain focus and continue caring for her patients. This interaction underscores the strength that health care professionals can draw from one another in moments of vulnerability.
Why It Matters:This story illustrates how the emotional support and solidarity within health care teams can be a powerful antidote to burnout, helping professionals navigate the challenges of patient care. The essay advocates for a work environment where such connections are nurtured, ultimately leading to better patient care and a more resilient health care workforce.
The Day I Almost Walked Away: Trust, Gratitude, and the Power of Teamwork
Colleen T. Fogarty, MD, MSc, et al
Department of Family Medicine, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, New York
University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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