A social worker, John, joins a medical practice. On his first day, the physician, Dr. White, greets John and immediately asks John to go see "the patient with diabetes in room 2." Dr. White states, "I doubt there is anything you will be able to do for the patient, but since you're here, you might as well see the patient. " As John opens the door to the patient's room, he realizes the only thing he knows about the patient is that the patient has diabetes. What is most likely Dr. White's practice model?

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Dr. White's approach, focusing solely on the patient's medical condition (diabetes) without considering the broader psychosocial aspects of the patient's health, is indicative of a Medical model of practice. This model prioritizes the diagnosis and treatment of physical ailments over a more holistic understanding of patient needs.

A Social Worker, John, Joins a Medical Practice