Somewhere in the world is the world's worst doctor. And what's truly terrifying is that someone has an appointment with him tomorrow morning.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Carlin highlights the terrifying reality that incompetent medical care is inevitable for someone.
- In plain terms
- Somewhere there is a terrible doctor and someone has an appointment with him.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust in medical systems is risky.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much do you trust medical professionals?
- What makes you fear the unknown?
Another view
It generalizes fear without acknowledging medical advancements.
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