Developing an identity as a physician and subsequently as a specialist in a particular medical field is a process that closely mirrors the general process of childhood and adulthood development. Specifically, both processes include the sequential acquisition of knowledge, the mastery of tasks, and the shaping of ones sense of identity. Because of the similarity of these processes, it should not be surprising that success in either process requires similar ingredients. For example, both processes involve parenting or mentoring by individuals who are older and more experienced, and both involve interactions with siblings or peers. As I look back over the 17 years since I finished my fellowship in geriatric psychiatry, I realize that the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) has served as my professional extended family and, in this way, has been an essential part of my ongoing professional development. My membership in the AAGP has helped me keep my knowledge base up-to-date, allowed me to establish and maintain relationships with a number of important mentors, introduced me to colleagues who have subsequently become dear friends, and given me opportunities to give back to my community in various ways. One of the goals included in the
The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry: My Professional Family
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Developing an identity as a physician and subsequently as a specialist in a particular medical field is a process that closely mirrors the general process of childhood and adulthood development. Specifically, both processes include the sequential acquisition of knowledge, the mastery of tasks, and the shaping of ones sense of identity. Because of the similarity of these processes, it should not be surprising that success in either process requires similar ingredients. For example, both processes involve parenting or mentoring by individuals who are older and more experienced, and both involve interactions with siblings or peers. As I look back over the 17 years since I finished my fellowship in geriatric psychiatry, I realize that the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) has served as my professional extended family and, in this way, has been an essential part of my ongoing professional development. My membership in the AAGP has helped me keep my knowledge base up-to-date, allowed me to establish and maintain relationships with a number of important mentors, introduced me to colleagues who have subsequently become dear friends, and given me opportunities to give back to my community in various ways. One of the goals included in thePreview Only. This article cannot be rented because we do not currently have permission from the publisher.
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The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry: My Professional Family
Sewell, Daniel D.
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, Volume 31 (2): 103
American Psychiatric Publishing, Inc (Journal) – Apr 1, 2007
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