Goldfrank’s Corner

Graduation Speech

Lewis R. Goldfrank, MD

(June 12, 2019)

Congratulations on your graduation.  This milestone and the commencement of your increased independence are a tribute to your fine work.  Your future accomplishments will be substantial.

Your team

You as a class will have developed immensely profound bonds.  Being a physician is a creative task.  Stay undaunted, nurture inspiration in each other.  Recognition of the importance of creating a quality healthcare team allows “’us” to succeed in rendering care to patients, ensuring our success as physician advocates and social activists.  Each patient needs more analysis, attention and devotion than any of us can accomplish as individuals, no matter how hard we strive.

Fast vs. Slow medicine

You must always try to improve your understanding of your patients’ needs and the complexity of their problems.  
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June marks graduation for thousands of medical residents around the country. This is a special time for residents and educators alike as it marks a major transition point. It’s a good time to reflect on who we are, what we do and, where we are going. Every year, Dr. Lewis Goldfrank gives an address to the residents, their families and the staff of the NYU/Bellevue Emergency Departments. It is as much a moment of reflection as a call to action. Below are his thoughts.

Lewis R. Goldfrank, MD

(June 19, 2017)

Opening Thoughts
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