The economic, social, and political climate of our world is volatile and can be very challenging to navigate. This also holds true for the specific microclimate most of us dwell in professionally, namely perioperative medicine. Given this, I do not think it is a bold assumption to state that almost all anesthesiologists, at one time or another, have contemplated walking away from the profession. This month, we have the opportunity to hear from Dr. Dennis McCarthy, a physician who has indeed “hung it up” – he retired in 2022 after a long and successful career. What is inspiring in his story is that Dr. McCarthy is a thoughtful, prudent individual who left our profession on his own terms, following a logical exit strategy laid out well in advance. His words of wisdom should resonate with all of us, regardless of age or stage of career.
Dennis, thank you for...
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