Council Member Mercedes Narcisse highlights the critical link between physician well-being and patient care quality. She emphasizes that when doctors are overworked and undervalued, it ultimately affects the care patients receive.

• Narcisse stresses that physician challenges don't just affect the doctors themselves.
• The impact on patient care is a direct result of physician working conditions.
• Addressing these concerns is crucial for both retaining skilled physicians and ensuring high-quality patient care.