Dispassionate Quote by Siddhartha Mukherjee
“Good physicians are rarely dispassionate. They agonize and self-doubt over patients.”
About This Quote
Physicians’ deep empathy leads to emotional involvement and self‑doubt, reflecting the human cost of caring for patients.
In simple terms: Doctors feel deeply and doubt themselves.
Key Takeaway
Balance empathy with self‑care.
Themes
medicine
empathy
burnout
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
medical
well‑being
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- patient care
- training programs
Key Concepts
psychology
medical ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain professional boundaries?
- What self‑care practices help physicians?
A Different Perspective
Excessive empathy may impair decision‑making.
