Two fatalities, one is the shooter, who died of a selfinflicted gunshot wound. Two patients remain at providence hospital. Two patients are currently at harborview medical center. They were transferred there from providence hospital. All of those that are in the hospital are under the age of 18. We do have some road closures, 108th street in front of Marysville Pilchuck high school is closed, to west of 51st. The mph entrance remains closed, as well. Next, im going to introduce the School Superintendent dr. Berg. Hello, im dr. Becky berg, the superintendent of the Marysville School district. First and foremost, we want to extend our thoughts and prayers to every family affected with this tragedy. And truly, when one of our children is hurting we are all hurting. It happens to all of us as a community. We are indeed heart sick. Students safety is our top priority. Were working closely with Law Enforcement. I would like to talk about some information with the coming week. Right now we wi
Central to why I decided to go into medicine was an observation that physicians have a unique opportunity for profound connection allowing for long-term personal satisfaction. Eager to learn medicine and experience the gratification of caring for people, reality set in not long after starting medical school in 2020, when I was made aware of the topic of physician burn-out. According to the American Medical Association, physician burnout is a “long-term stress reaction which can include emotional exhaustion, depersonalization (i.e. a lack of empathy for or negative attitudes towards patients) and a feeling of decreased personal achievement.” (Sinsky, 2023) Despite increased …
When I followed up our conversation by offering a hug, I felt the full release of her sorrow in our embrace. It was as if recognition of her heartbreak gave her permission to express her devastation and fear in a moment of sudden tragedy.