'Doctors have lost the plot' – Prof Robert Winston on resigning from the BMA over strikes
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Evolving Perceptions of the Medical Profession
This chapter examines the changing perceptions of the medical profession through personal hospital care experiences, highlighting concerns about competence and communication among healthcare staff. It contrasts the altruistic values of past generations with the more materialistic focus of current medical practitioners, touching on topics such as doctors' pay and the implications of strikes on patient care. The discussion also addresses the public's frustration with the NHS, the potential for partial privatization, and the impact of recent events on societal expectations of healthcare workers.
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