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Richard Schaefer MD

@rschaefmd.bsky.social

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Ortho surgeon/Med student advisor Johns Hopkins, amateur abstract painter, health humanities

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Richard Schaefer MD @rschaefmd.bsky.social · 17d

Thanks @closler.bsky.social for printing my reflection

@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · 17d

"Conversing about sports with patients and colleagues, even if you cheer for rival teams, can be a light and fun way to build connections."- @rschaefmd.bsky.social @buffalo-bills.bsky.social @sports.thebaltimorebanner.com @wolfblitzercnn.bsky.social @wgr550.bsky.social
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@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · 29d

Whether a seasoned healthcare professional or a trainee, reflecting on your medical journey fosters humility, resilience, and a deeper connection to your work. @drkopacz.bsky.social @meggerber.medsky.social #MedSky @rschaefmd.bsky.social closler.org/creative-art...

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Richard Schaefer MD @rschaefmd.bsky.social · Aug 31

Grateful for @closler.bsky.social for the opportunity to reflect and share some thoughts

@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · Aug 27

"Self-disclosure by the clinician had long been discouraged in medical training. Often, it can significantly enhance the patient-doctor relationship."- @rschaefmd.bsky.social #MedSky closler.org/connecting-w...

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@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · May 13

In a field hospital, one learns quickly about clear communication & thoughtful decision making. These behaviors & working collaboratively w/ others are just as critical across all clinical settings. @rschaefmd.bsky.social #Medsky closler.org/lifelong-lea...

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Richard Schaefer MD @rschaefmd.bsky.social · Mar 26

Thank you CLOSLER for publishing our piece about our narrative medicine workshop at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting!

@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · Mar 24

Narrative medicine provides a framework for integrating empathy, reflection, and trust into all fields of medical practice, fostering deeper connections between practitioners and patients. @narrativemedicine.bsky.social #MedSky closler.org/lifelong-lea...

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