COVID-19 & Personal Beliefs/Values
COVID-19 has had a profound impact on my personal beliefs and values in my clinical practice. Here are a few examples:
- I have become more aware of the importance of health equity. Before the pandemic, I knew that health equity was an important issue, but I didn't fully understand the impact that it could have on patients' health outcomes. The pandemic has made it clear that people of color, low-income people, and people with underlying health conditions are disproportionately affected by COVID-19. This has made me more committed to working to address health equity in my clinical practice.
- I have become more compassionate and understanding. The pandemic has been a difficult time for everyone, and I have seen firsthand the impact that it has had on my patients. I have learned to be more compassionate and understanding, and to put myself in my patients' shoes. This has helped me to provide better care to my patients.
- I have become more grateful for my health. I have always been grateful for my health, but the pandemic has made me even more so. I have seen firsthand the devastating impact that COVID-19 can have on people's health, and I am grateful that I have been spared from this illness.
- I have become more resilient. The pandemic has been a challenging time, but it has also made me more resilient. I have learned to adapt to change and to persevere in the face of adversity. This has made me a better healthcare provider.
Here is an example of how my personal beliefs and values have been affected by COVID-19 in my clinical practice:
I once had a patient who was a young woman of color. She was pregnant and had been diagnosed with COVID-19. She was very scared and didn't know what to expect. I took the time to talk to her about her fears and concerns, and I assured her that I would do everything I could to help her. I also referred her to a social worker who could help her with her financial and emotional needs.
This experience made me realize the importance of health equity and compassion in my clinical practice. I am committed to providing all of my patients with the best possible care, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. I am also committed to being compassionate and understanding, and to putting myself in my patients' shoes.
I believe that COVID-19 has been a wake-up call for many healthcare providers. It has made us realize the importance of our work and the need to be more compassionate and understanding. I am hopeful that the lessons we have learned during this pandemic will make us better healthcare providers in the future.