
Our Professional Cloak
Physician, it is important to heal and recharge thyself.
COMMENTARY
Professionalism is a concept that is embedded in the DNA of physicians. It is one of the
Too often that cloak needs a deep cleaning and reminder that these positive attributes are also essential for the healer's professional and personal well-being.
I hope this poem inspires refection and peace.
First care for thy self
Professionalism decree
Self-compassion wins
Dr Clark is clinical assistant professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Greenville and medical director & division chief for Adult Inpatient and Consult-Liaison Services for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at Prisma Health-Upstate. He serves as the Diversity & Inclusion Section Editor and Advisory Board member for Psychiatric TimesTM.
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