Are altruism, empathy, and compassionnstill valued virtues in “modern” medicine, or have patients come to expect something else in the provision of their healthcare by physicians.
Physicians Who Show Empathy Can Boost Patient Satisfaction, Outcomes
Physician empathy training can help doctors shift between analytical, empathic modes rapidly
Empathy for Patients on the Decline Among Medical Students and Residents
Studies show that distress, burnout, and depression in medical students and residents have contributed to a recent decrease in their empathy for patients
Major Changes on the Horizon for the MCAT
Starting in 2015, the exam will include stronger emphasis on behavioral sciences and reasoning skills.