To be an emergency physician is an exciting job. Seeing patients in the most vulnerable condition while battling frightening illnesses, and helping them conquer those, is a privilege. Yet, if we do not seek help, ignore our own opinions, and fail to draw the line, that privilege, given to a few only, is wasted.
We need to know our strengths, but more importantly, we need to be aware that we are not infallible. We need the humility that comes with this. Without that, we are no better than mere brutes playing messiahs
Key words: Seeking help, human factors, burn out
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