And so the old surgeon was recommended to me by almost everyone I spoke to. “A doctor’s doctor,” they tell me, whatever that means. I call him “the old surgeon” because that’s what he calls himself. He’s on the verge of retirement. I am one of his last students. 5/
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“Alright,” the old surgeon says to the patient. “Let’s get this surgery done, and get you home to your furry friend ASAP. Sound good?” The patient smiles and nods. I don’t know quite what the surgeon has just done, but I know he did something essential. Something kind. 16/
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Later on, in the operating room, I realize that the surgeon has a pretty noticeable resting tremor. The scalpel trembles as he grips it. Without realizing I’m doing it, I hold my breath as I watch the shining blade begin to shakily descend. He notices, and grins. “Relax.” 17/
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As the surgery progresses, I’m amazed at how the tremor has vanished and how smooth and assured his hands are. He operates with steady precision, and economy of movement. I don’t know much about surgery, but I know enough to appreciate mastery. He explains as he goes. 18/
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The surgery is a success. He goes out to the waiting room to inform the family members, and is tearfully hugged. He always introduces me to everyone, and he does so again here. He says I was invaluably helpful, even though I wasn’t at all. I am hugged. It feels ... real. 19/
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At the day’s end, he asks me if I have any questions. I have one. “How did you know that patient had a dog?” He smiles. “Doggie bone on the keychain, bedside table. There’s another lesson Sayed: observe!” I laugh as his bushy eyebrows wiggle to accentuate his point. 20/
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It’s 2020 and students are rotating with me now. I feel the awesome responsibility of trying to impart something meaningful. I try to draw upon the wisdom of the many incredible teachers I’ve had along the way. The students will learn the science. It’s the art that’s elusive.
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The "they walk me every day" is absolutely the sign of a good, kind person.
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I love this thread, it speaks so much of human kindness and respect for others but I have to ask....did you get a dog?!
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