My Gp - So Kind and Understanding

In all the years I've had my stammer
no Doctor I've had has been as kind
as my present GP to truly understand
the needs I have help calm my mind

During one of my early appointments
he asked me what he do when I block
no Doctors had ever asked that before
felt real connection so easier to talk

Since then have felt real release
when I've had appointment to go and see
this GP, he so much made me at ease
even when cancer diagnosed felt so free

When stammer worsened after during treatment
he suggested therapy even though I not keen
so after persuasion I decided to have it
which initially at least progress was seen

Even in early days of Covid I had a cough
so got phone appointment for Dr to call
again felt at ease to speak with him
usually hate phone, speech no good at all

Such blessing to receive kindness
with understanding along the way
brings a peace deep inside
so tomorrow can be a better day!

(This is written to illuminate an experience I went through that showed me the kindness and compassion and warmth of my local GP.)
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James Avatar
September 25, 2020 at 1:33 PM
There are some really good GPs out there that have a deeper understanding and connection. So happy that you have found yours Gordon. Emilia : )
Mcconnell Avatar
September 25, 2020 at 1:39 PM
Thanks Emilia, Glad you enjoyed my piece, take care and keep safe, Blessings, Gordon
Devonshire Avatar
September 11, 2020 at 12:21 PM
I've been blessed with a great GP too, Gordon, and it took time to find him. Did you know Joe Biden had a stammer as a child and had to work hard to overcome it? I'm really glad you have a good doctor. Well penned, my friend. Hugs, Carolyn
Devonshire Avatar
September 11, 2020 at 12:22 PM
Also, I had a lisp as a child and had speech therapy for it. I have an "open bite," so we figured out another way to make the "s" sound. I'm really glad I had the therapy!
Allison Avatar
September 10, 2020 at 1:55 PM
oh Gordon how wonderful that you found a compassionate GP and you feel at ease to be able to speak to him confidently and with out stress of your stammer. One of my fave films is the King's Speech, just so happy for you that you are able to speak freely with an understanding medical practitioner on your side:-) hugs jan xx
Mcconnell Avatar
September 11, 2020 at 12:17 AM
Thanks Jan, Glad you loved it and found it enjoyable. Take care and keep safe, Blessings, Gordon
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