Body Quote by Suzy Kassem
““THE MAXIMS OF MEDICINE Before you examine the body of a patient, Be patient to learn his story. For once you learn his story, You will also come to know His body. Before you diagnose any sickness, Make sure there is no sickness in the mind or heart. For the emotions in a man’s moon or sun, Can point to the sickness in Any one of his other parts. Before you treat a man with a condition, Know that not all cures can heal all people. For the chemistry that works on one patient, May not work for the next, Because even medicine has its own Conditions. Before asserting a prognosis on any patient, Always be objective and never subjective. For telling a man that he will win the treasure of life, But then later discovering that he will lose, Will harm him more than by telling him That he may lose, But then he wins. THE MAXIMS OF MEDICINE by Suzy Kassem””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Maxims of Medicine by Suzy Kassem, 2020
Healing requires listening to a patient’s story, mind, and emotions before treating the body.
In simple terms: Treat patients holistically, considering mental and emotional health.
Key Takeaway
Listen fully before diagnosing.
Themes
holistic health
patient narrative
mind‑body connection
Mood
compassionate
thoughtful
Type
clinical
educational
When to use this quote
- clinical intake
- mental health assessment
- personalized treatment plans
- patient education
Key Concepts
medical ethics
psychosomatics
integrative medicine
Questions to Reflect On
- How can clinicians balance thorough listening with busy schedules?
- What tools aid in uncovering emotional factors in illness?
A Different Perspective
Time constraints may limit deep listening.
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