What it’s like being a Māori doctor in NZ - “people throw abuse at you left right and centre.” #nz

Brief Summary

Doctors face a range of patient reactions, from gratitude to hostility, especially in emergencies.

Key points

• Reactions of Elderly Patients. Elderly patients often have surprising reactions to seeing a doctor, ranging from joy to confusion.
• Emergency Room Dynamics. In emergency situations, doctors face a wide spectrum of patient attitudes, from gratitude to hostility.