People have said, 'You've turned your back on pediatrics.' I said, 'No. It took me until I was in my 60s to realize that politics was a part of pediatrics.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Personal politics are an extension of professional care, especially in pediatrics.
- In plain terms
- Politics and medical care are intertwined.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize how political issues impact health and patient care.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does policy affect your daily work?
Another view
Focusing on politics might distract from clinical duties for some.
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