I am guilty of it myself. When I am sick, or someone in my family, I want to see “the best” doctor, at “the best” teaching hospital. Sounds logical, right? Might not be. It turns out that getting the top doctors might not be best for your health. In fact, you might be better off […]
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The Impact of Rudeness in Medicine
No one likes to be spoken to rudely. It’s unpleasant and unnerving. However, sometimes rudeness can harm more than your feelings. What is the impact of rudeness in medicine? A recent study shows that rudeness in a medical setting can be quite dangerous, and may even cause mistakes that can lead to patient death. How […]