smirkingatyou

An Open Letter I Hoped I Never Had Reason To Write

Dear Patient,

I am your medical student. Though I am here to learn, I am still a member of your healthcare team. I study your medical records to better understand you and your situation. I act as your advocate to ensure that you receive the best care we can provide. I keep you and your loved ones informed so that you and those that care about you will feel empowered in the face of potentially overwhelming events. Even when I am under stress and exhausted, I always remind myself to treat you with the simple respect every patient deserves. The point is that I work hard for you, and I ask very little in return.

Please don't masturbate while I'm trying to perform a physical on you. Seriously, that's not cool.

Sincerely,
S