After a loved one’s death, families often go to their GP for explanations on the cause of death, queries on whether the death could have been prevented, and reassurance that the symptoms and moods experienced during their grief are normal.

Some may consult with their doctor for symptom management if their grief is prolonged.

However, while we receive a doctor’s support, we rarely consider that GPs can also be grieving their patient’s death.

Usually, the first death of a patient is a devastating and lifelong memory for a doctor, as it brings raw emotions and a sense of failure, regardless of the efforts made to save that life.