We are all unconsciously biased in favor of that which favors our interests. The key is being able to understand that, admit it, and always take it into account. To do otherwise is to risk conflating our interests with those of our patients when they might not actually coincide.https://twitter.com/drdanchoi/status/1170357507581251585 …
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Docs unfortunately have an annoying tendency to think they are "above" these considerations. I've seen it in even the best and most caring doctors. It's the same tendency that leads to docs who feed at the pharma trough to claim that the money doesn't affect their judgment.
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There's nothing wrong with fighting for our interests, but we must be careful not to conflate our personal interests with those of the patients we serve when they do not necessarily coincide on an issue, such as surprise billing.
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Whenever I consider a medical policy, I always ask myself: Does it help patients? Are the interests of patients aligned with my interests in this issue?
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Well, in a way...if for example GPs wages drop too far below any other academics wages, there won‘t be any GPs anymore, which will harm patients. Not being greedy - ok. Just something fair. And time talking with patients should not cost less/be valued less than procedures.
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I agree.I've always thought GPs were undercompensated.
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