The devotion to diligent study and continuing education is certainly necessary, however, is that all? What does it mean to actually develop yourself professionally? Is it as simple as reading and studying didactic knowledge? No, in fact, an emphatic no. There is much more to develop than the simple understanding of basic medical principles.
“Life and Death Matters” discusses the need for an integrated approach to a first responders personal development. It’s not merely an understanding of basic medical principles, it is more than that. It demands an integrated approach including professional attributes like Integrity and Humility, along with developing a decision making process.