Dr. Buttermann was recently interviewed by MedPage Today for their “10 Questions” feature – an ongoing series in which physicians are asked the following 10 questions:
- What’s the biggest barrier to practicing medicine today?
- What is your most vivid memory involving a patient who could not afford to pay for healthcare (or meds or tests, etc.) and how did you respond?
- What do you most often wish you could say to patients, but don’t?
- If you could change or eliminate something about the healthcare system, what would it be?
- What is the most important piece of advice for med students or doctors just starting out today?
- What is your “elevator” pitch to persuade someone to pursue a career in medicine?
- What is the most rewarding aspect of being a doctor?
- What is the most memorable research published since you became a physician and why?
- Do you have a favorite medical-themed book, movie or TV show?
- What is your advice to other physicians on how to avoid burnout?
Read Dr. Buttermann’s answers at the following link: http://www.medpagetoday.com/Blogs/10Questions/52008.
