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The Other Side of the Bed: A Physician's Journey into the Human Side of Medicine
A transformative exploration of patient care that emphasizes empathy, communication, and the emotional journey of both patients...
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A transformative exploration of patient care that emphasizes empathy, communication, and the emotional journey of both patients and clinicians, urging healthcare professionals to prioritize human connection over clinical labels for better outcomes. In The Other Side of the Bed, Dr. Stella Awua-Larbi, a practicing physician, shares poignant personal encounters with patients that transcend the confines of medical charts. This book invites healthcare providers to pause and truly see their patients, moving beyond labels like noncompliance to foster deeper connections. By emphasizing the importance of presence and empathy, Dr. Awua-Larbi illustrates how these elements can bridge communication gaps, enhancing the clinician-patient relationship and satisfaction for both parties. The narrative highlights the privilege of witnessing patients' journeys through aging, loss of independence, and end-of-life transitions. It poses a thought-provoking question: what if the most profound healing begins not with prescriptions, but with attentive listening? Through powerful, true-to-life stories, the book reveals often-overlooked truths in medicine, such as the significance of silence as communication and the transformative nature of suffering. Spanning two reflective volumes, The Other Side of the Bed delves into themes of noncompliance, caregiver fears, and the emotional labor shared by patients and clinicians alike. With wisdom and grace, Dr. Awua-Larbi encourages readers to cross to the other side of the bed, where authentic healing begins. This compelling call to action resonates with healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone seeking meaning in suffering, urging them to listen more deeply, care more intentionally, and lead with heart.
Author: Stella Awua-Larbi
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing
Published: 05/05/2026
Pages: 116
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d
ISBN: 9798318831928
About the Author
Awua-Larbi, Stella: - Dr. Stella Awua-Larbi is a practicing nephrologist and writer whose work delves into the human experience of illness, care, and clinical decision-making. With training in internal medicine and nephrology, she combines medical expertise with reflective insight. Dr. Awua-Larbi earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and completed medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She finished her Internal Medicine residency at Loyola University Medical Center and pursued her nephrology fellowship at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Currently practicing at Kidney Care Center in Chicagoland, her debut book, The Other Side of the Bed, advocates for patient-centered care.
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