I couldn&#x27;t imagine speaking in front of a bunch of American doctors.  I&#x27;m stereotyping, but as a group they have huge egos, and are trained to be critical.  This has just been my experience.<p>In reality, they are very well trained mechanics.  That last sentance is curtesy of Dr. Dean Edell.  I miss that guy.<p>We put doctors on pedestals in the states.  I have found very few deserve this special treatment.<p>I&#x27;ll get beat up over this post. I don&#x27;t care.  To the person I&#x27;m writing to, I had a horrid fear of public speaking.  I actually got through college with only one public speaking engagement.  It was a sweaty train wreck.<p>As I&#x27;ve aged, public speaking got to the point where my pulse doesn&#x27;t even flinch.