Open Letter From A Pediatrician To Doctor McStuffins
Most children enjoy watching cartoons and can even learn valuable lessons from them. It is therefore not surprising that a specialist such as pediatrician Steve Silvestro decided to write a letter to the famous toy doctor Doctor McStuffins – a character in a Disney series.
In the letter, Dr Silvestro tries to disprove incorrect information about the effect Doctor McStuffin has on children. His position is the exact opposite of what is expressed by Harvard University, which has produced a less flattering study of this and other characters.
The report in question says that children who watch “Peppa Pig” were at higher risk of developing autism. This information was quickly dismissed both by medical specialists and by the university itself, which denied all forms of analysis.
After this unfortunate incident, it was not long before this touching and entertaining letter from Dr Silvestro came out. There he thanked the character’s creator for his contribution to childhood: now children are no longer afraid of doctors!
“As you know, it is customary for us doctors to send letters to each other about patients we share. And now it seems like we share a lot of patients, and I want to report on how much you have helped them, ” writes Dr Silvestro.
“First I have to say that you have made my job much easier!” writes the North American pediatrician initially. He explains that the fear of going to the doctor has disappeared among the children. Now they are practically excited about coming, and some even dress in white coats.
“If a child is still nervous when I enter the room, I just need to sing Time for Examination to see their eyes light up. It is a secret handshake that lets children know that I am on their side. ”
Everyone knows that you use your stethoscope to magically revive your stuffed animals. As a result, children are no longer afraid of my own stethoscope. They no longer see it as a cold, medical tool, but as a portal to imagination and fun. ”
“I can pretend to put it in the wrong place – like on my elbow or knees, or on my nose like an elephant – and get laughs instead of backing up when I finally put it on their breasts.”
“But I want to point out that you help children go through more than just going to the doctor. From being a patient and overcoming fears, to managing friendships, adoption and bringing home a new baby, you help show children how to navigate all the challenging and sometimes unforgettable aspects of a child’s daily life. ”
One aspect of the program that is most valued by this pediatrician is Dr. McStuffin’s relationship with Froste. This character is somewhat “hypochondriac” and worries about trivial things.
For that reason, the author of the letter says that he “is not completely different from a small child”. For children , even the smallest of things seem big and threatening.
Although Froste’s fears are unfounded, Dr. McStuffins listens intently to the patient, reassures him, and gives him reassurance.
“Your example is a good reminder for both parents and your medical colleagues to listen with open ears and respond with warmth and love when working with anxious children,” says the pediatrician.
But Dr Silvestro indicates that this is not the only way the series teaches by setting a good example. Just as Dr. McStuffins dreams of becoming a doctor like his mother , she is also an inspiration to many patients.
Now many toddlers ask to borrow the stethoscope to hear the sound of their own hearts. Many of them even express a desire to become a doctor as they get older. Dr Silvestro finds this surprising, as he sees it as something new.
So thank you again for making my job easier, for giving me a reason to break out in song during an examination and for being a great role model for my patients and myself. I hope we will continue to share many small patients!
