Recently, I saw two patients with Wolfram syndrome from Central America. Despite facing a debilitating disease, they had an inspiring positive attitude and gave me two wooden glasses, expressing their faith in me to find an effective treatment soon. This experience reminded me of the importance of hope and optimism in healthcare and how our patients and their families often look to us for guidance and inspiration.
As healthcare providers, we can get overwhelmed by the challenges of treating a rare and complex genetic disease, Wolfram syndrome. However, the faith and positive attitudes of these patients and their families served as a reminder of the power of hope in making a difference in the lives of those affected by these conditions.
I always think that hope is a powerful motivator that can drive us to work harder and make a difference in the lives of our patients with Wolfram syndrome.
Sincerely,
Fumihiko URANO, MD, PhD
Samuel E. Schechter Professor of Medicine
Washington University
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