Inspired Mom MDs

17: “Is There a Certified Medical Professional (Physician) on Board?”

Cindy Van Praag, MD Episode 17

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“Is there a certified medical professional on board?” 

The question hung in the jet fuel infused air as we were taxiing for takeoff on a recent flight. 

I had just settled in with my noise cancelling headphones, my psychology chapter pulled up on my phone, and my notebook and pen. I was relieved to catch up on studying after an exciting medical conference. 

I heard a flight attendant bell ding … and then another. In that moment I paused as conflicting thoughts raced through my mind. 

Knowing I had only one answer (for me), I reached up and pressed my call button too. 

In the aftermath, I reflected on what made me pause, and the conflicting emotions I had for helping someone. 

Why was there ever a doubt I would help? 

Have you been in a similar circumstance?

I know I’m not alone in this, keep listening to hear more. 

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