In a recent blog post, Sheridan Healthcare talks about the benefits of listening to patients.
Editor’s Note: This blog post originally appeared on Sheridan Healthcare’s website.
“Just listen to your patient; he is telling you the diagnosis.”
This medical maxim is attributed to Sir William Osler (1849–1919), widely considered to be one of the greatest physicians and diagnosticians of all time. Although Osler’s advice might seem impractical in today’s healthcare environment in which clinicians face increasing pressure to deliver care faster and more efficiently, a recent experiment by a New York City physician suggests that letting patients speak about their health problems without interruption can be both practical and beneficial for both parties. Click here to continue>>
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