The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying...

Who said "The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying... "?

"The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying... " is one of a famous quotes by Lewis Thomas. Complete quote is as follows;
"The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying central flaw in medical education and, most of all, in the training of interns, is the irresistible drive to do something, anything. It is expected by patients and too often agreed to by their doctors, in the face of ignorance."

What is "The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying... "?

"The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying central flaw in medical education and, most of all, in the training of interns, is the irresistible drive to do something, anything. It is expected by patients and too often agreed to by their doctors, in the face of ignorance." This is a quote by Lewis Thomas which is about Education & Medical. He is known to have been associated with numerous other thought provoking quotes on these topics like;

• Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter.
• Liberal that I am, I support health-care reform on its merits alone. My liberal blood boils, for example, when I read that half of the personal bankruptcies in this country are brought on, in part, by medical expenses.

What does "The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying... " mean?

This quote is primarily about Medical although it also includes other themes like Education & Medical. It is attributed to Lewis Thomas. Complete quote is as follows;
"The dilemma of modern medicine, and the underlying central flaw in medical education and, most of all, in the training of interns, is the irresistible drive to do something, anything. It is expected by patients and too often agreed to by their doctors, in the face of ignorance."