What's Wrong With Doctors

Groopman's central claim is that there is a common flaw that undermines much of contemporary medical education and training, as well as the partnership between patient and doctor and even the professional values of medicine. That flaw lies in the way doctors think. His disquiet originated from the frustration he felt working among his students and residents at Harvard Medical School. Whereas once they would take part in challenging and detailed debates ... Full Story »

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by John Primm - Oct. 1, 2008

Ouch! This does point out--and very well with good detail--what my anecdotal experiences have been in the last 15 years...too many doctors are not given the kind of training and focus they once did (prior to the 1970's for instance)on the patient as a whole person...so many specialists I have seen only look at one small part of the whole. Well written article.

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