Danielle Ofri, MD

Join Dr. Danielle Ofri, a primary care internist and renowned author, as she explores the emotional landscape of medical mistakes. She shares a harrowing story from her residency, emphasizing the distinction between guilt and shame in error recovery. Ofri advocates for supportive responses to errors, suggests immediate actions for clinicians, and stresses the importance of genuine apologies to patients. She also discusses the need for mentorship and highlights the value of wisdom in medicine over mere technical skill.