Today was my last hospital pain clinic before I leave. The last one until July.
The nurses and clerks brought a cake in for me at the end of the clinic. I was really touched. I have worked with this group for most of this millenium (some from the last).
Because I am essentially closing the Pain Clinic for 6 weeks (except for a few covered by another doctor) 3 months ago I started giving patients a notice that I would be away and why. I have gotten so much support from patients who have told me how much they appreciate what I am about to do.
I did much of my packing last night (no hockey game on TV). Of course I awoke at 0300 realizing I had no idea where my white lab coat was (I usually don't wear one). Anyway it is now residing in my duffel bag.
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