Commentary

A piece of my mind. How many have you done?

August 17, 2016

Reisman A. JAMA. 2016;316(5):491.

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This commentary explores transparency in response to patient and family inquiry regarding clinician competency and experience with a procedure. The author provides insights into the dilemma physicians-in-training face in trying to elicit trust in patients without overstating their expertise.

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