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My recent experiences as a patient.

Sunil K Pandya¹

¹Department of Neurosurgery, Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai, India. shunil3@gmail.com

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|August 7, 2012

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A neurosurgeon

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Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Published on: February 16, 2011

Area of Science:

Neurosurgery
Patient Experience
Medical Ethics

Background:

A neurosurgeon experienced an accidental fall leading to unexpected spinal surgery.
This personal experience shifted the neurosurgeon's perspective from physician to patient.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the personal impact of unexpected surgery and patient care.
To offer insights for improving patient care approaches based on lived experience.

Main Methods:

Personal narrative and reflection on surgical patient experience.
Analysis of physical, emotional, and pharmaceutical aspects of care.

Main Results:

The neurosurgeon gained a profound new understanding of patient pain, anxiety, and drug use.
Received transformative care from medical, nursing, and paramedical colleagues.

Conclusions:

Physician's perspective as a patient offers unique insights into healthcare.
Suggestions are provided to enhance the approach to patient care and empathy.