Syllabus
Communication in medical context
February: Course outline. Introduction to communication.
Initial contact with the patient. Therapeutic relationship. Rapport.
March: Presenting complaint. Doctor vs patient centered approach. Question types.
Pain. History taking. Examining a patient. Giving results. Treatment plan.
April: Sensitive issues. Breaking bad news. Communication with challenging patients.
Annotation
The optional subject focuses on practicing communication skills in the English language based on interactions between doctor and patient. The course deals with topics and problems typical of doctor-patient interaction. Students become acquainted with practical information and examples.
The goal of the course is to create awareness of the importance of successful communication between doctor and patient and to provide the necessary information to achieve the desired result. During the lessons, students will actively practice their newly acquired knowledge.