William Osler's Departure from North America

Witte, Charles L.; Witte, MH

doi:10.1056/nejm198910263211718

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“…Throughout his medical career, Osler faced periods of tiredness, lack of enthusiasm, cynicism, and diminished sense of personal achievement and satisfaction. 7,9 In fact, "William Osler's decision to leave Johns Hopkins for the Regis Professorship in Oxford was based on 'intolerable clinical demands' and inadequate 'protected time.'" 9 Although Osler never directly addressed mindfulness practices, "many of Osler's contemporaries pointed out his extraordinary ability to focus on the present moment."…”

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“…7,9 In fact, "William Osler's decision to leave Johns Hopkins for the Regis Professorship in Oxford was based on 'intolerable clinical demands' and inadequate 'protected time.'" 9 Although Osler never directly addressed mindfulness practices, "many of Osler's contemporaries pointed out his extraordinary ability to focus on the present moment." 10 Overall, Osler's numerous writings provide insights into his thoughts concerning physician well-being and medical practice.…”

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Sir William Osler: A forerunner of mindfulness in medical practice

Kopel

2019

Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings

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Increasing work hours, patient loads, and regulations have increased burnout among health care professionals, forcing many to neglect their own physical and emotional well-being. In response, several health care organizations are encouraging physicians to adopt mindfulness practices to reduce burnout and difficulties maintaining work-life balance. It is unclear whether mindfulness will improve health outcomes and patient satisfaction or will become another passing trend. With the stakes so high, this discussion should involve the founder of our modern education system, Sir William Osler.

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