When the Doctor Becomes the Patient – A Blood Cancer Journey

February 12, 2021
 Adrian Warnock

Some people find it is a bit strange when a doctor is the one who is sick. In this 30 min talk I explain what it was like for me, and share a few lessons learnt. Its not a technical talk and there is no medical jargon in it at all. I was asked to give a short webinar talk to a group of doctors from the International Christian Medical and Dental Association.

I speak about the surprise of finding out that you are sick – after all young people, doctors, and Christians like me don’t get sick do they? I speak about the importance of compassion, honesty and hope. A couple of my non medical friends have watched this and said it was interesting to them to. So I share it here in case this is helpful for you too.

When the Doctor Becomes the Patient – A Blood Cancer Journey

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  • Adrian Warnock

  • Dr. Adrian Warnock is a medical doctor and clinical research expert who was himself diagnosed with blood cancer in May 2017. Adrian worked in the pharmaceutical industry for fifteen years helping to run the clinical trials that bring us new medicines and communicate the results. Before this he practised in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS), as a psychiatrist, for eight years.

    Adrian is a published author, the founder of Blood Cancer Uncensored, and has written a Christian blog since 2003 at Patheos. He is passionate about learning how to approach suffering with hope and compassion. Adrian's articles are not medical advice and he is not a haematologist or blood cancer doctor. Always seek individualised advice from your health care professionals. You can e-mail Adrian here.

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