American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Surgery Chair Address: “Gratitude”
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Chair address exploring gratitude as a foundational virtue in pediatric surgery practice and medical leadership. Traces the philosophical and evolutionary roots of gratitude from ancient Rome through modern behavioral science, emphasizing its role in professional development and physician well-being.
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- Gratitude derives from Latin 'Gratus' meaning 'pleasing' or 'thankful'; Cicero called it the parent of all virtues.
- Philosopher David Hume considered ingratitude the most horrible crime humans can commit, highlighting gratitude's moral importance.
- Gratitude may be evolutionarily selected behavior, with reciprocal altruism observed across multiple primate species.
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