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Stuart L Douglas

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• Research Article
  Identification of Patient-Perceived Barriers to Communication between Patients and Physicians
  Author(s): Stuart L Douglas, Leanne R De Souza and Mark H Yudin Stuart L Douglas, Leanne R De Souza and Mark H Yudin
  
  Purpose: Barriers to full disclosure and communication of complete and accurate health history from patients to their physicians can compromise patient care. Identification of barriers to communication between patients and their physicians, and assessing communication techniques to overcome putative barriers may improve medical training, quality patient care, and patient experience. Methods: The authors performed a cross-sectional study using a novel questionnaire at an urban, inner-city hospital in Toronto, Ontario between January 1, 2011 and January 1, 2012, in order to evaluate potential barriers to communication. Variables included physician age, gender, education, ethnicity, position, perceived sexual orientation, marital status, physical attractiveness and reason for appointment. All patients attending a gynaecology appointment received t.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2327-4972.1000214

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