PersonalLoss of a patient
#RI-6aec8be5·4 months ago·
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“Lost a young patient recently as a new dad”
What Actually Happened
Lost a young patient and had to inform their parents of impending death
What I wish I knew
"Nothing, it's a harsh reality of being an oncologist"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Never take anything for granted, love and spend time with loved ones"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Advice for Someone Facing This
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Personal Category
238
Personal decisions logged. Avg regret 5.4/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
49%
of Personal decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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