When Routine Care Changes a Life
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In this reflective piece, the author, an ophthalmology resident, recounts a chance encounter with a former patient who shares the profound impact of her treatment for optic neuritis. This experience prompts the author to explore the question of how healthcare professionals can become more attuned to the significance of their routine work in patients' lives, seeking ways to honor these meaningful interactions without compromising the efficiency of their duties.
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