As Dr. Brene Brown describes in the linked TED talk below, vulnerability may be the best measure we have for courage. In the realm of Obstetrics and Gynecology both we, and our patients, are often in vulnerable positions which can come from and lead to feelings of insecurity. Being attentive to these challenging situations can help us to be more mindful of challenges we face, better cope with such situations, and afford us a greater ability to deliver the care our patients need in a way that best meets their needs.
RP401 – Session 1.3: Vulnerability
Session author
Adam Saperstein
Vice Chair for Medical Education and Associate Professor
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
More information about this author
I am a Family Physician whose academic interests include the use of medical humanities to improve patient care and to enhance professionalism (including professionalism remediation). In these efforts, I have developed expertise as an educator of Reflective Practice, Metacognition, Medical Improvisation, Poetry, Prose, Impressionist Painting, Mask Making, Music, and others, all with the goal of using these modalities to improve patient care. When not working as a physician and educator, I enjoy playing soccer, attending live performances, and reading fiction.
Contact: adamsapersteinmd@gmail.com · 337-400-0846