Jordan Messler is a hospitalist who blogs at the Hospital Leader.
The doctor opened the door after a gentle knock. He was greeted with warmth, offered a seat by Mary, and promptly sat down on the end of the hospital bed. As he sat, the family stood to greet him. They discussed the grandkids, the trips taken since they last saw each other. The room felt peaceful. Time slowed down.
Walking in behind my attending, I had been ruminating about the lengthy patient list, the work to be done. Then …
I often avoid putting my politics on my sleeve, as I don’t want that to get in the way of our relationship. I want you to know that I treat you as a fellow human being, no matter your race, gender, sexual orientation. With the election results, what will change about how I treat you at the bedside? Nothing.
I may know about your criminal past. I see that tattoo underneath …
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