Developing a framework to improve the training of medical practitioners in doctor-patient communication toward enhancing societal well being

• Main Authors: Ariffin, Adlina, Mat Zin, Nora, A. Manaf, Aini Maznina, Mahmud, Murni
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: IIUM Journal Publication Unit 2020
• Subjects: BF173 Psychoanalysis; BF636 Applied psychology; L Education (General); RA790 Public Health. Hygiene. Preventive Medicine - Mental Health. Mental Illness Prevention
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/78733/1/MRS19%20IMJMv18SI2%20AID142%20567-Manuscript-1688-1-10-20200115.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/78733/; https://journals.iium.edu.my/kom/index.php/imjm/article/view/567/341

Introduction: Doctor-patient communication is a crucial, unique yet complex relationship in clinical practice due to its therapeutic qualities. With the current emphasis on patient-centred care and patient autonomy, medical practitioners are not only expected to possess clinical and biomedical knowl...