Written by an eminent authority on interviewing techniques and resident training, Patient-Centered An Evidence-Based Method provides practical, how-to guidance on every aspect of physician-patient communication. Readers will hone their skills in patient-centered interviewing techniques whose effectiveness is documented by published evidence. Chapters present techniques for defining the patient's symptoms, making the doctor-centered part of the interviewing process patient-friendly, and handling specific scenarios. Also included are effective strategies for summarizing data from the interview, presenting these findings to colleagues, and using patient education materials. The book's user-friendly design features icons, boxed case vignettes, and use of color to highlight key points.
A continuation of Sam's STEP1 prep / end of preclinical school reading log (because for all the hours I clocked in, you best believe it counts towards the Goodreads reading goal).
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I didn't read this one straight through, but read sporadic chapters to supplement my clinical skills class over the last two years to help with H+P and note writing practice. A good resource to refer to as needed. Will continue to use as needed.