I was reminded of this fact when talking to my friend about her father’s recent appointment with his oncologist. He has recently been diagnosed with an advanced renal (kidney) cancer.
An Unsettling Ultrasound Experience: A Patient’s Perspective
By Dr Lynn Furber
A candid account of her negative experience during a medical procedure. She conveys feelings of confusion, discomfort and a lack of empathy from the staff involved.
The Significance of Health Promotion through Effective Communication
By Sowmya Menon
Coupled with effective communication, health promotion becomes a powerful tool that empowers individuals and communities to take charge of their well-being.
Communication skills gaps: Hidden insights from medical students
By Fejiro Okagbare
Fejiro summarises findings from medical students working within the NHS, when asked to describe their experiences of good and not so bad communication experiences they have witnessed or experienced.
Using Communities of Practice to Reduce Consultant Burden
By Lynn Furber
We summarise our thoughts following a recent advanced communication skills course with a group of healthcare Consultants. Creating a community of practitioners can reduce consultant burnout.
Patients have told us they are confused by the term self-management and what it means for them and their healthcare? Are they to be abandoned and left to their own devices?
