Congratulations class of 2005

I just returned from medical school graduation. I had the great honor of being one of the two physicians who “hooded” the new physicians. That honor included a blogger!!! – MattShook.com

The students recited this version of the Hippocratic Oath which I like greatly:

I swear by that which I hold most sacred that according to my ability I will keep this, my oath and convenant.

With purity and holiness I will pass my life and practice my art.

As I labor in the Temples of Healing, my first thoughts will be the life, happiness and health of my patients. To this end, I will try to treat my fellow physicians in this art as I wish them to treat me.

I will use my power to heal my patients to the best of my judgement. I will abstain from harming or wronging anyone by it.

I will maintain the utmost respect for human life.

Into whatever houses I enter I will go into them for the benefit of my patients. And whatsoever I shall see or hear in the course of my profession, as well as outside my profession in my interactions with others, if it be what should not be published abroad, I will not divulge, holding such things to be holy secrets.

For the sake of the sick I will pursue knowledge of this art throughout the days of my life. With eagerness I will learn from my fellow physicians and with humility I will share my knowledge with them. In respect for those who have led me into the paths of Medicine, I will lead those who follow me.

Should I transgress these promises may my soul know no peace, but while I keep this oath inviolate, may it be granted to me to enjoy life and the practice of the art, forever honored by all people.