Academic etiquette for the nephrologist.
Academic etiquette is an underexplored and underemphasized topic. Yet, a collegial atmosphere is essential to accomplish the missions of an academic medical center. Appropriate social, personal, and cultural behaviors are not only desirable, but they are also necessary to practice and emulate. As faculty in an academic center, one may want to share these thoughts with peers, students, and other healthcare providers. As a trainee, one may want dedicated lectures on this topic and to observe the behaviors modeled by mentors. This article attempts to outline principles of appropriate etiquette in the academic workplace. These include issues of loyalty, collegiality, and collaboration in daily activities from research to clinical care. Approaching personal interactions with grace and integrity can be an essential tool in the pursuit of academic excellence and success.
Watnick
Suzanne
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Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR 97239, USA. watnicks@ohsu.edu
D000046:Academic Medical Centers; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D035843:Biomedical Research; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D005180:Faculty, Medical; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D008611:Mentors; D009398:Nephrology; D010558:Personnel Loyalty; D013192:Staff Development; D017132:Workplace