Physicians in Training and HIV

To the Editor: One of our house staff became infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) after a needle-stick injury 13 months ago. This episode was particularly difficult for all of us, and especially for the affected physician. What had been a theoretical concern was thrust upon us as a reality. This house officer has written the following letter in response to the recent article in the Journal by Cooke and Sande (Nov. 9 issue).* I am submitting it on his behalf because he has chosen to remain anonymous. I have signed this letter to attest to its authenticity. . . .