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Barbara H. · 08-31-2008, 10:14 AM

Hi Becky,
It doesn't matter if I am stage 4 and have had to deal with some tough issues. Your fear and concern that you received the correct care is just as important. I agree with your insightful comments about the tumor board. Many physicians are excellent and try to do their best with consideration of the well-being of the patient. Nevertheless, they are human and and can be expected to make mistakes. No one can use the top analytical skills all the time or can be expected to put forth their best thoughts at a meeting. It can also be due to personality. Not everyone is willing to argue their thoughts or opinions.

Your wisdom about this difficult topic is invaluable to newly diagnosed patients and to those of us who will continue to make decisions about our health needs. Thank you for continuing this discussion.

I also recommend the book "How Doctors Think" by Jerome Groopman, M.D. It gives an enlightened portrayal of what physicians deal with.

Best regards,
Barbara H.

08-31-2008, 10:14 AM	#23
Barbara H. Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Newton, MA Posts: 951	Thank you! Hi Becky, It doesn't matter if I am stage 4 and have had to deal with some tough issues. Your fear and concern that you received the correct care is just as important. I agree with your insightful comments about the tumor board. Many physicians are excellent and try to do their best with consideration of the well-being of the patient. Nevertheless, they are human and and can be expected to make mistakes. No one can use the top analytical skills all the time or can be expected to put forth their best thoughts at a meeting. It can also be due to personality. Not everyone is willing to argue their thoughts or opinions. Your wisdom about this difficult topic is invaluable to newly diagnosed patients and to those of us who will continue to make decisions about our health needs. Thank you for continuing this discussion. I also recommend the book "How Doctors Think" by Jerome Groopman, M.D. It gives an enlightened portrayal of what physicians deal with. Best regards, Barbara H.