Tag: empathy
When health professionals have empathy, patients aren’t the only ones who benefit
What do doctors and religious leaders have in common? At least a couple of big things: individuals in both professions engage with people at some of the most critical moments in their lives and require a high degree of empathy... read more
Effectively Expressing Empathy to Improve ICU Care
In nearly every intensive care unit (ICU) at every pediatric hospital across the country, physicians hold numerous care conferences with patients' family members daily. Due to the challenging nature of many these conversations--covering... read more
Despite My Best Intentions
The resident looked worried and the intern was nervous. They were concerned about an elderly patient with low cardiac output heart failure. We reviewed our plans for the day, and as we entered his intensive care unit (ICU)... read more
Practicing Empathy May Lead to More Joy in Medicine
Empathetic listening can help physicians navigate difficult situations and forge deeper connections with patients, leading to greater professional satisfaction and joy, according to the American Medical Association.... read more
