The "Gold"

Since about the time I knew John-David was going to medical school I have been telling him what kind of doctor he should be. Every time I went to the doctor and had a bad experience of some sort, I would come home and tell him what not to do. Then my sisters started calling me and telling me their bad experiences at their doctor office's and I would tell him. He would just listen to me patiently as I ranted about their non-compassionate ways. Half the time I didn't think he was listening, but maybe I was wrong. Maybe he has been listening to all my advice ...and well maybe he's just a nice compassionate person anyways. On Tuesday night, he was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society. To be chosen for this you had to demonstrate "exemplary attitudes and behaviors characteristic of the most humanistic physicians: Excellence, integrity, compassion, altruism, respect, empathy, and service." Honorees were chosen by nominations from their fellow medical class peers. He and some of his other friends where also inducted. We are very proud of him.