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Communication between older patients and their physicians.

R D Adelman1, M G Greene, M G Ory

  • 1Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, USA.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|March 21, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Effective physician-older patient communication is vital for geriatric care. Improving this interaction, using technology and a humanistic approach, enhances patient healing and outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Medical Communication
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Communication dynamics in geriatric medical visits present unique challenges.
  • Understanding physician-older patient interactions is crucial for effective healthcare delivery.
  • Existing research often overlooks real-life clinical encounters.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of communication between older patients and physicians.
  • To highlight key aspects of geriatric medical visits and communication patterns.
  • To explore strategies for enhancing physician-older patient communication.

Main Methods:

  • Review of empirical investigations on physician-older patient communication.
  • Analysis of content, interactional processes, and outcomes in clinical encounters.
Keywords:
Empirical ApproachProfessional Patient Relationship

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  • Discussion of innovative technological strategies for communication improvement.

    • Main Results:

    • Geriatric medical visits have distinctive communication features.
    • Real-life clinical encounters reveal specific communication content and processes.
    • New technologies offer potential for improved communication strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • A humanistic approach is essential for holistic healing in geriatric care.
    • Enhanced communication can positively impact patient outcomes.
    • Technological innovations can support better physician-older patient interactions.