A surprisingly consistent body of research exists indicating that conventional medical training actually reduces practitioner empathy. What is worse, the decline in empathy appears even more pronounced at the time that the curriculum shifts towards patient-care activities.
Ever feel rushed during a doctors visit? You weren't imagining things. If you were lucky enough to be asked why you are there for help, chances are you were only given a few seconds to do so.
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