Seeing the Person Behind the Medical Chart
- Dr. Gerda Maissel
- 5 days ago
- 1 min read
When clinicians know who a patient is, not just their diagnosis, everything changes: trust, communication, and even medical outcomes.
This November 2025 article by Sklar, published by NYU Langone Health, highlights how the “About Me” section, prompted by the question “What you should know about me is” has led to meaningful breakthroughs, stronger trust, and even powerful end-of-life moments.



