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“I would rather be kept alive in the efficient if cold altruism of a large hospital than expire in a gush of warm sympathy in a small one.” quote by Aneurin Bevan
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“I would rather be kept alive in the efficient if cold altruism of a large hospital than expire in a gush of warm sympathy in a small one.”

Aneurin Bevan

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Prefers institutional, impersonal care over personal, emotional support in healthcare decisions

In simple terms: Chooses systematic care over sentimental care

Key Takeaway

Value efficient, universal healthcare

Themes

healthcare efficiency humanity

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical policy

When to use this quote

  • hospital policy decisions
  • patient advocacy
  • healthcare reform
  • personal vs institutional care

Key Concepts

public policy ethics social welfare

Questions to Reflect On

  • What trade-offs exist between efficiency and empathy in care?
  • How does system size affect patient experience?
A Different Perspective

Cold efficiency may neglect individual emotional needs

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