Takeaway
Every time I see a patient I ask them about their home environment, and what the main stressors in their life are right now.
Passion in the Medical Profession | October 3, 2018 | <1 min read
By Gretchen Miller, Managing Editor
“I always tell patients, don’t lose your identity to your illness. That’s a challenge for patients who feel stigmatized. I try to help all patients feel unashamed, and to take away some of the blame they may feel.”
In Dean Chien’s four-minute video interview with Michael Fingerhood, MD, learn why he’s passionate about taking care of patients with substance use disorders.