doctor-patient communication · 2

doctor-patient communication: the full category, with the newest publications first. Use the descriptions to find an article relevant to your situation.

Find an article

Enter at least 2 characters. Minor typos are OK.

    Family in the exam room: invaluable ally in care or a takeover waiting to happen?Concrete scripts to include family without sidelining the patient: consent, roles, confidentiality, de‑escalation, and backup plans.Break the silence in the exam room: how to invite patient questions without losing authorityUse brief scripts to welcome patient questions in a 15‑minute visit—ask–tell–ask, paraphrase, pauses, choices, mini lists, and a clear close.“This doctor isn’t listening!” Why patients feel that—and how to fix it right in the exam roomWhy patients feel unheard—and how to fix it fast: acknowledge, paraphrase, use the computer mindfully, set priorities, make a plan.Translating diagnoses into plain language: no jargon, no talking downTranslate diagnoses without jargon: 1–1–1 rule, translation ladder, guided questions, teach‑back, and 3–2–1 notes to boost follow‑through.Neurodivergent patient in the clinic: conversations tailored to autism and ADHDClinician guide to autism and ADHD: clear agendas, fewer stimuli, literal language, brief summaries, written plans, de-escalation tips.Six minutes to keep a visit on track: a simple doctor–patient conversation scriptA ready rhythm for short visits: one‑sentence problem, mini agenda, timeline, micro‑pauses, and a clear plan with red flags. Simple scripts for care teams.Empathy on the clock: how clinicians connect with patients without running overEmpathy without extending visits: fast signals, 30-second NURSE, paraphrasing, micro-behaviors, and a clear three-step plan for clinical teams.Turning soft skills into hard data: measuring patient experience and conversation qualityLearn to measure patient conversations: use brief validated surveys, tiered metrics, and lightweight data to track clear plans and feeling heard.Step by step to stronger patient relationships: set your baseline and roll out clear communication standards in your clinicLearn how to set a baseline and roll out clear clinic communication: 3–5 behaviors, short scripts, SBAR, and simple micro‑training.The power of being heard in healthcare: how patient trust improves histories and clinical decisionsPractical, time‑saving techniques that boost honesty in consults: micro‑contract, non‑judgmental questions, brief paraphrase, and handling sensitive topics.The first three minutes decide the collaboration: how to start a visit to boost follow‑throughThe first 3 minutes set trust and pace. Use a clear opener, shared agenda, one plan, teach-back, and a simple safety net.Style clashes in the exam room: how to align expectations and defuse friction between clinician and patientA practical 10‑minute framework: map the visit, use calibration questions, switch conclusion→reasoning, address emotions, and set a clear plan with red flags.Flexibility, not labels, in the clinic: how to quickly match your tone without tagging patientsPractical tone switches for care teams: 30‑second calibration, option menus, chunking with paraphrase, emotion‑first framing, and a simple team standard.Digital backup for bedside empathy: one timely nudge that can save a visitDesign discreet, in‑context prompts that nudge one behavior at the right moment—boost empathy, close plans, and protect safety/privacy.Primary care, telehealth, or orthopedics? Where to start improving communication with patients and your teamChoose your first communication fix with an impact matrix. Start short talk tracks, track repeat contacts, and add a telehealth checklist.Screen in the room, patient in front: how to chart fast without losing connectionPractical scripts for using a computer in the exam room: short bursts, out-loud summaries, a no-keyboard close, and less screen time without losing rapport.How to ask well in medical interviews: open vs. yes/noPractical guide for clinicians: time mini-contract, question funnel, 10-second paraphrase, and targeted yes/no checks. Keep visits empathetic and efficient.Putting Dr. Google on the couch: how to talk to patients after an online self‑diagnosisClinician scripts to handle 'Dr. Google': validate effort, vet sources, test hypotheses, and agree on a plan with safety nets.The Silence That Speaks: Spotting Hidden Patient Fears in Everyday Clinical PracticeHow to surface unspoken worries without judgment. Use ICE questions, normalization, brief paraphrase, and a clear safety‑net plan to close under time pressure.Talking with a Child and Parent in the Clinic: How to Run a Three-Way Visit When the Whole Family Is the PatientHow to lead a three-way pediatric visit: set roles fast, address parent emotions, speak to the child, handle conflict, and close with a clear plan.Human care without slogans: conversation style beats decor in healthcareSimple micro-behaviors build dignity and calm: a clear welcome, visit rhythm, plain language, wait-time updates, and a post-visit plan with one escalation path.Cognitive and emotional empathy in the clinic: what helps clinicians—and what overwhelmsHow to balance cognitive and emotional empathy and avoid overload. Concrete phrases, micro-techniques, and drills to use under time pressure in clinical care.Empathy in healthcare: skill or personality trait? A debate that blocks meaningful trainingA practical guide for clinicians: empathy micro‑skills, the 70/30 rule, simple scripts, measuring progress, and how to run training that avoids resistance.How to Measure Physician Empathy: Self-Assessment Scales vs. Patient RatingsUnderstand what self-assessments and patient ratings each measure, why they diverge, and how to combine them in an ethical, lightweight workflow.Warm on the survey, cold in the exam room: why the gap appears—and how to close it in clinical practiceWhy visits feel cold despite high empathy scores—and three anchors, brief scripts, and a patient paraphrase to close the gap.Narrative medicine as an empathy workout in the clinic: practical steps that actually workPractical narrative medicine steps for clinic: 3‑minute reflections, a parallel chart, and simple patient‑focused measures you can use now.Micro‑empathy in medicine: quick cues that build trust without extending the visitPractical micro‑behaviors for clinicians: 2‑second pause with paraphrase, name the emotion, invite 1–2 questions, use teach‑back, and close with a clear plan.Empathy and hard clinical outcomes: what’s proven and what’s just marketingPractical guide to what empathy truly adds in care: separating hard from process outcomes, measuring it, using brief techniques, and building safe follow-up.How much empathy do doctors have on average? Why medicine can’t answer with a simple numberIn medicine, empathy is attitude, patient perception, and behaviors. Skip single averages—track habits and context. Scripts and quick practice loops included.Gender and specialty differences in medical empathy: facts, practice, and the pitfalls of oversimplificationLearn to read empathy research without stereotyping and apply it: targeted behaviors, visit scripts, teach-back, quick rapport repair.