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Medicine Quote by Margaret Atwood

“The doctor tapped my ribs and eavesdropped on my heart.” quote by Margaret Atwood
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““The doctor tapped my ribs and eavesdropped on my heart.””

Margaret Atwood

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Source Novel: The Handmaid’s Tale, Margaret Atwood, 1985

A doctor’s examination can feel invasive, as if the doctor is listening to the inner rhythm of a patient’s life.

In simple terms: Medical exams can feel deeply personal.

Key Takeaway

Respect patient privacy and communicate clearly.

Themes

privacy trust medical ethics

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

observational narrative

When to use this quote

  • doctor visits
  • patient interviews

Key Concepts

Empathy boundary setting

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can doctors make patients feel safer?
  • What boundaries are essential in healthcare?
A Different Perspective

Medical exams can be necessary but uncomfortable.

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