When physicians are traumatized
August 13, 2019 Association of American Medical Colleges
This article explains that nearly 80% of doctors have experienced a traumatic patient event in the last year, and that many go on to suffer from depression, anxiety and PTSD. It outlines practices at a growing number of medical schools and teaching hospitals that are giving doctors resources to handle difficult scenarios.
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