Advice for the Surgical Specialist—Focus on each patient as a unique individual. It’s easy to get in the habit of running through case presentations mechanically, with no real acknowledgement of how the prospective patient feels about what’s going on. Take a few moments learning about the individual… ask about the person’s family, work and other personal facts. This will help establish trust, enrich the doctor-patient relationship and increase your professional satisfaction. 

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