: A survey by IMA Research found that about one-in-seven doctors and nurses believe the romantic relationships portrayed on TV are somewhat realistic. Doctors (17%) are more likely than nurses (10%) to view these portrayals as accurate.
Correcting outdated information to reflect the current consensus of the global medical community. Ethical Considerations in Medical Media : A survey by IMA Research found that
Research suggests that medical professionals are just as likely to form romantic relationships as anyone else. A 2019 survey conducted by the American Medical Association (AMA) found that nearly 40% of physicians reported having a romantic relationship with a colleague. Another study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) in 2018 found that 27% of nurses reported having a romantic relationship with a coworker. Elias sighed, a sound that rattled in his
Elias sighed, a sound that rattled in his chest, but he didn’t pull away. He trusted Julian with his life, trusted the hands that had made the incision that took his leg. But tonight, trust felt heavier than usual. "It’s phantom pain. The usual. My foot is screaming at me, but there’s no foot to scream." trust felt heavier than usual.
The marriage of medicine and romance is not a modern invention of primetime TV. Its roots stretch back decades through various media:
: Studies indicate that high-stress environments and night emergency shifts are statistically linked to higher rates of infidelity among medical personnel, with men reporting higher rates than women. Ethical and Professional Boundaries