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Finding satisfaction in the practice of medicine
1COMSORT, Baltimore, MD 21218.
HMO Practice
|May 8, 1994
Summary
Physicians in mid-career can better integrate the art and science of medicine. This perspective offers guidance for enhancing professional satisfaction and joy in medical practice.
Area of Science:
- Medical Practice
- Physician Well-being
Background:
- The practice of medicine involves both scientific knowledge and artistic skill.
- Physician burnout and dissatisfaction are significant concerns in healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how physicians in mid-career can enhance their experience of medical practice.
- To provide reflective questions for increasing joy and satisfaction in practice.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of physician development.
- Presentation of self-reflective questions for practitioners.
Main Results:
- Mid-career physicians possess a unique perspective to appreciate the multifaceted nature of medicine.
- Self-reflection can foster greater engagement and fulfillment in clinical practice.
Conclusions:
- Encouraging physicians to embrace both the art and science of medicine can improve their professional longevity and satisfaction.
- Targeted reflection can help physicians rediscover meaning and joy in their careers.
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