A systematic review of surgeon-patient communication: strengths and opportunities for improvement
Levinson W, Hudak P, Tricco AC. A systematic review of surgeon-patient communication: strengths and opportunities for improvement. Patient Educ Couns. 2013;93(1):3-17. DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2013.03.023
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Bottom Line:
- Surgeons spent the majority of their time educating patients, providing them with thorough details about surgical conditions and treatments, helping them to make informed choices. However, surgeons often did not explore the emotions or concerns of patients
Impact:
- Identified potential areas of improvement in the communication skills of surgeons
Additional Resources:
Funding:
University of Toronto Department of Medicine
Category : KS Projects
Date : 27 Oct 2017