"I recently read a paper by Dr. Lea Baider and Dr. Simon Wein in preparation for medical school. The paper hit on the realities of physicians facing death regularly. The paper suggested that physicians who successfully deal with death at appropriate times do so by compartmentalizing their day's events. The paper went on to say that if a physician is to split the mechanics of the problem from the emotional side, the physician can continue to function without the emotions getting in the way. That is an excellent recommendation, but it is also important to choose an appropriate time to address those emotions. This would perhaps mean having a mentor or counselor I could visit regularly. Also, not internalizing a death or blaming myself for the event."

Assure the interviewers that you can handle this reality that physicians face. It's important to know that even in roles like primary care, you'll develop long-term relationships with patients and will no doubt face loss at some point. You'll want to highlight that you are an emotional person but won't let it impact the care you provide in your work.