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Essay
The Auditory Day in the Life of a Family Physician
Background:This reflective essay captures the sensory experience of a family physician’s day, emphasizing the often-overlooked sounds that define the rhythm and emotion of clinical practice. The author vividly illustrates how auditory cues—from the hum of clinic equipment to the sighs of patients—form a backdrop for human encounters in primary care.
Key Argument:Through detailed descriptions, the essay highlights how sound shapes the clinical environment, offering insights into patient care and physician experiences. From the joyful exclamations of a child discovering clinic tools to the somber silence following a terminal diagnosis, these sounds serve as a poignant reminder of the spectrum of life and emotion in family medicine.
Why It Matters:This essay underscores the role sensory experiences play in the physician-patient relationship, inviting readers to reflect on the emotional and relational depths of primary care. It offers a window into the humanity that permeates clinical practice, reaffirming the value of connection in family medicine.
The Soundtrack of a Clinic Day
Martina Ann Kelly, MB, BCh, BAO, PhD,
Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
Gerard Gormley, MB, BCh, BAO, MD
Queen’s University Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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