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. 2009 Jul 10;73(4):68. doi: 10.5688/aj730468

Figure 1.

Figure 1

The hierarchical relationship between the 3 domains of professionalism. Competence (professional expertise) forms the basic foundation. The ability to connect effectively with people elevates one's professional capability to the next level. The highest level of professionalism, commensurate with strong fiduciary relationships, results from progressing to the character domain, which adds the dimensions of trust and morality.