what makes it all worthwhile?

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All and sundry,

thought i'd start a discussion on what makes being a podiatrist worthwhile to us all.....
Firstly, I might add that I've grown to enjoy my work more and more as the years pass. Probably because I've gotten better at it, however I think mostly it's the relationships that I've developed, both professionally across the community and with my patients. Here's an example....
New patient booked in. 24 years old. When I went out to bring him in found a young man in a wheelchair. Turns out he was ****** with his mates - back flip into a pool...crack....you know the rest. 95% quad. What is amazing about my time with him is his absolutely stunning outlook and perspective on life. His foot problems are very minor but his heart is huge. I actually look forward to seeing this guy. This is the sort of thing that makes me feel fortunate that I do what I do - and that the time and study et al . was indeed worthwhile.


Chris

 

Yes it is the patients that make it worthwhile. When you really know you have made a difference in someone life it an make a difference in yours.

 

I think what I like most is the fact that I can help just about every patient I see.
Rare is the condition that is untreatable.

What I do NOT like (although you didn't ask) are those patients who feel that my staff or I owe them something; that their care is some sort of right that a demanding attitude correlates with. I have no tolerance for arrogance or rudeness.

Steve