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Physicians Advocate for the Power of Touch in Care
Confirmed
In Short: Representatives for the YPS Assembly, which represents young physicians, are voting members and advocate for an organizational environment where physicians want to stay.
Medscape launched a new series called 'Take My Advice,' where physicians share their best lessons and experiences to improve patient care.
Andrea Hayes, MD, emphasizes the significance of touch in the doctor-patient relationship, stating, 'As a family physician, I’ve learned that touch is a powerful and essential component and should never be underestimated.
Dr. Tony Cirillo, President of the American College of Emergency Physicians, expressed validation for the series, saying, 'We finally feel validated for everything we go through every day.
Experiencing serious illness and treatment as a patient can be transformative for physicians, according to the series.
Representatives for the YPS Assembly, which represents young physicians, are voting members and advocate for an organizational environment where physicians want to stay.
What this adds
The series builds on previous WarpBeat coverage emphasizing the importance of touch in medical care.
The series also highlights the personal experiences of physicians, such as Dr. Hayes, who eventually becomes a patient herself.
Background
The series aims to help physicians become better caregivers by utilizing all aspects of their knowledge, including the power of touch.
The series aims to help physicians become better caregivers by sharing practical advice and personal stories.
What's confirmed
- Medscape launched a new series called 'Take My Advice,' where physicians share their best lessons and experiences to improve patient care.
- Andrea Hayes, MD, emphasizes the significance of touch in the doctor-patient relationship, stating, 'As a family physician, I’ve learned that touch is a powerful and essential component and should never be underestimated.
- Dr. Tony Cirillo, President of the American College of Emergency Physicians, expressed validation for the series, saying, 'We finally feel validated for everything we go through every day.
- Experiencing serious illness and treatment as a patient can be transformative for physicians, according to the series.
- Representatives for the YPS Assembly, which represents young physicians, are voting members and advocate for an organizational environment where physicians want to stay.
What's still developing
- Do you have good advice you want to offer your fellow physicians and a story only you can tell?
- Michelangelo once said, “to touch is to give life.” He had a point.
- On Monday, The Pitt could become this year's most decorated series at the Emmys, America's most coveted TV honours, with 25 nominations.
- Andrea Hayes, MD, as told to Sarah Yahr Tucker Eventually, every doctor becomes a patient.