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Andrew S. Gorajski

JAMA. 1970;213(2):282-283.

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Within every human relationship there is a need, and a desire for satisfaction of that need—a common bond, a common goal. In this case, the goal is the diagnosis of the patient's illness, the relief of his symptoms, and the removal of the cause of his ailment. Since there is a common goal, I believe that the medical student and the radiologic student should seek mutual acceptance.

Because both are still in training, the ultimate need most likely will not arise until each has attained his degree. An x-ray technologist is dependent on the physician so that he can put his skills, training, and experience to work. Unlike a secretary, who can find employment in any firm, industry, or hospital, a technologist is employed only or almost completely in the health industry. On the other hand, the physician needs time to devote to the ever-increasing number of patients. He does . . . [Full Text PDF of this Article]

Author Affiliations
From the Department of Radiology, St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital, Chicago. Mr. Gorajski is a student technologist.

Footnotes
Read before the 66th annual Congress on Medical Education, sponsored by the AMA

Congress on Medical Education, Chicago, Feb 8, 1970.

Reprint request to 1120 N Leavitt St, Chicago 60622 (Mr. Gorajski).

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