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Medical Social Worker

overall review score: 4.5
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A medical social worker is a healthcare professional who helps patients and their families cope with the social, psychological, and financial aspects of illness or injury.

Key Features

  • Provides emotional support to patients and families
  • Assists with discharge planning and coordinating care post-discharge
  • Connects patients with community resources for ongoing support
  • Addresses social determinants of health that may impact recovery and well-being

Pros

  • Provides holistic care to patients by addressing social needs in addition to medical needs
  • Helps improve patient outcomes by addressing social factors that can affect health
  • Offers emotional support to patients and families during difficult times

Cons

  • Work can be emotionally demanding due to exposure to patient suffering and difficult situations
  • May face challenges navigating complex healthcare systems and community resources

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