Body Quote by Abraham Verghese
“My sense is that the wonderful technology that we have to visualize the inside of the body often leaves physicians feeling that the exam is a waste of time and so they may shortchange the ritual.”
About This Quote
Source Book: My Own Country by Abraham Verghese, 1994
Physicians may view advanced imaging as replacing physical exams, risking loss of hands‑on diagnostic skill and patient interaction.
In simple terms: Tech can make doctors undervalue physical exams.
Key Takeaway
Balance technology with tactile assessment.
Themes
medicine
technology
diagnosis
patient care
clinical skill
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
clinical
educational
When to use this quote
- hospital rounds
- medical training
- patient consultations
- resource‑limited settings
Key Concepts
clinical reasoning
medical education
technology adoption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can clinicians integrate imaging without losing exam skills?
- What training reinforces physical exam value?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on imaging can miss subtle signs.
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