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House Calls with Dr. Vivek Murthy

Dr. Abraham Verghese (Part 1): When There Is No Cure, How Can We Heal?

Jun 11, 2024
Dr. Abraham Verghese shares insights from treating AIDS patients, emphasizing the importance of healing and connecting with patients. Dr. Murthy and Dr. Verghese discuss the humanistic approach in medicine, highlighting the significance of personal rituals and physical exams. They reflect on the challenges of modern healthcare and the need to prioritize the patient-doctor relationship.
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Quick takeaways

  • Tending to a patient's spirit is crucial in healing even without a cure.
  • Thorough patient examination and bedside rituals are essential for trust and quality care.

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Medicine as a Romantic and Spiritual Calling

Dr. Abraham Bergis describes medicine as a passionate quest, a spiritual calling, and a hazardous yet privileged undertaking. He emphasizes the importance of tending to patients as full humans, highlighting the healing power of caring for a patient's spirit even in the absence of a cure.

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