Doctors Without Arrogance
Summary
Doctors should treat patients with dignity and answer informed questions without arrogance, even as AI and online tools make medical information more accessible. Expertise matters, but so does humility, patience and mutual respect.
Key Points
- The article argues that doctors should not react with arrogance when patients ask informed questions about their health.
- It describes a personal experience at a Kathmandu hospital where a doctor rebuked the author for looking up symptoms online.
- The piece says online information and AI can help patients understand medical terms, but cannot replace professional diagnosis.
- Respect for medical expertise should be mutual, with doctors guiding patients instead of shaming them.
