A Cognitive Autopsy - What's Wrong with Me?
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Ben and Amie are joined once again by the world-renowned expert on clinical decision-making, Professor Pat Croskerry.
Pat presents a challenging case involving a 25-year-old woman with "Baby Blues".
Is bias always bad, or is it a necessary tool for survival in error-prone environments?
We discuss the importance of following up on patients to improve future performance and how burnout and physical exhaustion can make us more susceptible to biases.
Disclaimer: All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions. However, all identifying details have been removed or appropriately modified to protect patient confidentiality.
This podcast is intended for education and professional development and should not replace independent clinical judgement or specialist consultation.
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