In this podcast, a GP talks about the different types of patients that come to him with medical issues, ranging from those in denial to those worried about their loved ones. He describes the "windowpane effect" that allows him to see into the lives of his patients as a GP.
GP discusses the challenges faced in healthcare services, including patients' time constraints and the limited time doctors have with the patients.
Doctors are under immense pressure to never miss a serious illness, but it is not realistic to assume they will never make a mistake. With a shortage of GPs, the weight of responsibility on doctors is even greater, and the pressure to perform perfectly is harmful.
The experience of being told you have cancer and the sudden shift into a new reality.
A GP explains the challenges of suppressing emotions when dealing with difficult patients and how it can vary throughout their career.
This podcast emphasizes the importance of compassionate communication during tough situations and how we can learn to make appointments with each other for better conversations.