"Velhotes" - Listening beyond the symptoms.
editorial · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.pec.2026.109534.
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Abstract
This reflective piece explores the impact of childhood experiences with elderly family members on the development of empathy. The author connects these formative experiences to her evolving role as a family physician, emphasizing the importance of presence, attentiveness, and emotional insight when caring for older patients. The reflection highlights how genuine communication extends beyond symptoms, offering connection and dignity in an often fast-paced healthcare environment.
Medical subject headings
- Physician-Patient Relations
- Empathy
- Communication
- Family
- Physicians, Family