Taking care of patients during residency was challenging, especially when trust was questioned.
She passed away from a rare gastric cancer, and her mom was always suspicious of the care I provided because of insurance concerns.
Now, I can confidently say that insurance status doesn't dictate the quality of care I give.
I believe in the importance of having insurance for emergencies and surgeries, but my focus is on giving each patient the time and attention they need.
How do you feel about the relationship between insurance and patient care?
Maryal Concepcion is a family physician.
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