# ERcast - Is Medicine a Vocation or a Profession?

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Podcast: [Hippo Education Presents: The Monthly Rounds](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hippo-education-presents-the-monthly-rounds-7091081)
Published: 2024-12-20T19:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

The terms vocation and profession are both commonly used to describe the practice of medicine. While these terms may seem interchangeable, there are subtle differences in their definitions that can make a big difference. DeLaney covers how we describe our lives in the emergency department and how what we say may make a difference. Explore Our Podcasts: hippoed.com/podcasts

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