A DOCTOR’S OATH: Respecting Confidentiality, Honoring Autonomy, and Practicing with Humility
Respecting confidentiality, honoring patient autonomy, and practicing with humility remain core principles of the modern Hippocratic Oath. This reflection explores... Read more.
Always a Student of Medicine and Forever a Lifelong Learner
“I will not be ashamed to say “I know not”, nor will I fail to call in my colleagues when the skills of another are needed for a patient’s recovery.”... Read more.
When the art of caring meets the science of treating
“I will remember that there is art to medicine as well as science, and that warmth, sympathy, and understanding may outweigh the surgeon’s knife or the chemist’s... Read more.
Care Guided by Balance
“I will apply, for the benefit of the sick, all measures are required, avoiding those twin traps of overtreatment and therapeutic nihilism.”– Modern Hippocratic... Read more.
We Learn, We Teach, We Continue
“I will respect the hard-won scientific gains of those physicians in whose steps I walk, and gladly share such knowledge as is mine with those who are to follow.”... Read more.
A Noble Gift: Maintaining Respect and Dignity
My first time in the anatomy lab carried a different kind of weight, not the weight of books or information, but the evident weight of sacrifice and responsibility.... Read more.
The Professionalism Equation: A Guide for Medical Students
From the very beginning, medical students are introduced to the concept of professionalism. However, what does professionalism truly mean? Is it defined by how you... Read more.
Beginning of a Dream Come True – Doctor’s Oath
“Dear Applicant, We are delighted to inform you that you have earned a seat in the College of Medicine’s Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)... Read more.
The Role of Lifestyle Factors in Cancer Prevention
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cancer remains a leading cause of death globally, responsible for an estimated 10 million deaths in 2020, or about... Read more.
The Silent Thief: How Late Nights Steal Your Health
“Are you a day or night person?” is a common question that usually reflects our lifestyles and routines. For many people, being a “night owl”... Read more.