Ideas worth spreading

A physician's journey to emotional agility.

Joseph Stern • TEDxGreensboro

Physicians are often seen as aloof and distant from patients who are often dependent on them for both care and understanding. Stern's personal family journey through life ending issues led him to understand the need for both detachment and connection with his patients.

Physicians are often seen as aloof and distant from patients who are often dependent on them for both care and understanding. Stern's personal family journey through life ending issues led him to understand the need for both detachment and connection with his patients.

This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxGreensboro, an independent event.

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This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxGreensboro, an independent event.

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