About 30 years ago, I had to face a big enquiry for improper conduct with a patient, on whom I had shouted due to uncontrolled irritation. I had offered to be punished if found guilty, as per service rules . The way I narrated the sequence of events leading to loss of temper, I was declared justified for the episode but with a remark or advice that a doctor should never loose his temper in any circumstances.Since then, I have followed this one principle and avoided a lot of trouble in a professional career. What are the behavior norms for medical personnel ? Are these clearly described anywhere ?
Nothing is taught in medical curriculum except clinical methods. Of course, there are guidelines in Medical Ethics, Etiquettes or Geneva Convention. Doctors come from different backgrounds with the varied environment while growing up which shapes their psychology. Some doctors are cool,…
