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What does 35+ years of service get you? 🏥
When you think about the healthcare professionals who have had a significant impact on your life, one name probably comes to mind. For many of us, that person is our General Practitioner (GP) – the one who has been there through thick and thin, who has seen us grow up, and who has always had our best interests at heart.
In my case, my GP has been a constant presence in my life for over three decades. He’s not just a doctor – he’s a legend. He’s saved my life, my mom’s life, and my brother’s life by catching a deadly disease that took my father from us. He’s fought battles in court to ensure justice for his patients. And he’s done it all with a smile and a kind word.
But recently, something happened that made me question everything I thought I knew about loyalty and dedication in the medical profession. My GP went on a well-deserved holiday, only to return to find his office packed up in boxes. The clinic where he had worked for over 35 years had decided that he was retiring early and tossed aside decades of relationship-building in a single thoughtless act.
So, what does 35+ years of service get you? In the case of my GP, apparently not much. But let’s take a deeper look at the value of long-term dedication and commitment in the medical field.
## The Importance of Longevity in Healthcare
In an industry where turnover is high and burnout is common, having a healthcare professional who has been in the game for 35+ years is truly a treasure. Here are a few reasons why longevity matters in healthcare:
1. **Experience**: With each passing year, a healthcare professional gains more experience and expertise in their field. They have seen it all, dealt with it all, and can draw on that wealth of knowledge to provide the best possible care for their patients.
2. **Trust**: Building trust with patients takes time. It’s not something that can be rushed or forced. When you have a long-standing relationship with your healthcare provider, you know that they have your best interests at heart and will always have your back.
3. **Consistency**: Knowing that your GP has been in the same clinic for over three decades gives you a sense of stability and continuity. You can trust that they will be there when you need them, year after year.
## The Impact of Long-Term Relationships in Healthcare
In my GP’s case, his 35+ years of service have had a profound impact on the lives of his patients. Here are just a few examples of how his dedication has made a difference:
– Early detection of a life-threatening illness that saved multiple lives in my family
– Providing ongoing care and support for chronic health conditions
– Being a source of comfort and reassurance during difficult times
What does 35+ years of service get you? It gets you a medical professional who truly cares about their patients, who goes above and beyond to provide the best possible care, and who has a lasting impact on the lives of those they serve.
In conclusion, longevity in healthcare matters. It matters because it builds trust, provides consistency, and allows for the development of long-term relationships that can truly make a difference in people’s lives. So, the next time you think about the value of experience and dedication in the medical field, remember my GP and the 35+ years of service that he gave to his patients – and think about what that kind of commitment means to you.
May the other side of their pillows be forever warm.
35 years older and deeper in debt.
Sounds about right. Assuming he does not just retire, find out what practice he moves to and follow.
Depression, a broken body, massive debt and PTSD, among other things.
Is GP “Grandpa” here?
Don’t know too many people that have been at the same company for that length of time, pretty incredible.
Former job think the longest I remember someone being there and recognized was 25 years, they got to pick an item from a catalog that probably cost $10 at most to make.
Current job we had a few folks a year or two out from hitting the 30 year mark, they got laid off during a mass round of layoffs.
One was in an office secretary related position for basically that entire time, and as you can imagine had an uphill battle trying to find a new job so ended up “retiring” early. She just passed away earlier this year, so she got just over 5 years of “retirement”.
The other found work pretty quick as he is a pretty skilled machinist, so much that they tried to get him to come back when the next big niche job came in and they found out he was the only one that knew how to do that job in a timely and accurate manner.
Best/saddest part? When they offered him to come back it was as the entry level contractor they offer to every new hire, so $15/hour and no benefits. He was probably making $40/hour and had 25 weeks of vacation when they terminated him the first time. He was more cordial than myself and politely declined the opportunity.
May their bacon forever be burned and dry.
Another day older and deeper in debt
Work your whole god damn life away for nothing.
At least he was saving lives.
The fact is, anywhere he could ever work would’ve done the same or worse.
And they’re going to do the same to you for less money.
Your fellow citizens, in any country it seems, will never care because they also believe hard work will net them something.
It never will.
In the end, the company, no matter what company, will always fuck you HARD.