Focusing on the communication with the patient: An introductory course at the Medical School of the University of Crete


Published: Dec 22, 2018
Keywords:
doctor-patient relationship self-care patient centered care chronic care model primary health care evidence-based care integrated care motivational interviewing narrative competence spiritual care compassionate care shared decision making
Χρήστος Λιονής (Christos Lionis)
Abstract
This brief report focuses on the communication between doctor-patient and provides the brief description of the skills that should accompany the doctor in his / her meeting with the patient. This review article refers also to the experience gained at the Medical School of Crete where a course on the "doctor-patient relationship" and on “compassionate health care” have been included in its medical curriculum.
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