[Download] Running Behind: Narratives of 40 Years Practicing Medicine by Richard Reed M.D. F.A.C.P., Justin Reed, Connie Reed, Linda McRae ~ eBook PDF Kindle ePub Free

Technological advances in medicine and the profit motive in medicine today have led to the devaluing and minimizing of quality face to face time with patients. This book illustrates the value of spending the amount of quality time needed to listen to the patient’s narrative which leads to better medical care in a more compassionate and trusting doctor-patient relationship. Hopefully young practitioners will see the value in approaching their patients this way and will experience a better relationship with the patients along with a decreased risk of burnout. Running Behind: Narratives of 40 Years Practicing Internal Medicine shares patient narratives from the years the author spent as an internist practicing mainly primary care. It reveals his moment of epiphany that helped him to see his patients as human beings first, rather than as just as cases of diseases. Getting to know his patients well led to compassionate care with a bond between him and his patients that often resulted in a more accurate diagnosis, improved patient compliance, and helped engender trust. Just as importantly, Dr. Reed learned important life lessons that generated a great source of satisfaction in his own life.Reader's reviews:I really enjoyed reading this book! I found it so interesting! It held my attention from beginning to end. I loved how Dr. Reed's voice came through in all his memories of his patients. I enjoyed his humor, seriousness, and honesty throughout the book. Several times I found myself in tears as I read what patients and their families went through, but at the same time, the author was so encouraging about the medical profession for those just getting started. I feel like this would be a great required read for pre-med students. -Linda McRaeThese accessible narratives are insightful, inspiring, and satisfying to read. -Kenneth Olive, MD MACP, Executive Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, Professor of Internal Medicine, James H. Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University