Originally published by our sister publication Anesthesiology News
SAN FRANCISCO—In the spring of 2014, Christopher Conley, MD, met with Robbie and his parents one last time before the 19-year-old was taken to the OR for cataract surgery. The veteran doctor sensed the family’s apprehension. He put a hand on the stepfather’s shoulder and said: “I’ve got a little boy at home, too. I’m going to take care of your kid like he’s my own.”
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