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Nonverbal aids for improving staff communication.

L Sachs1

  • 1Laura Sachs Consultations, 13518 Moss Glen Road, Clifton, VA 20124, USA.

The Journal of Medical Practice Management : MPM
|August 28, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Effective nonverbal communication aids like memos and newsletters can significantly improve understanding between healthcare professionals and staff. This guide details how to best utilize these tools for enhanced practice communication.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Organizational Communication
  • Medical Practice Administration

Background:

  • Face-to-face interaction is the primary communication method in medical practices.
  • Nonverbal communication aids can supplement or replace verbal exchanges for clarity.
  • Understanding the appropriate use of these tools is crucial for efficient practice operations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the optimal use of nonverbal communication aids in healthcare settings.
  • To identify effective nonverbal tools for doctor-staff communication.
  • To provide guidance on selecting and implementing these aids.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common nonverbal communication strategies in professional practice.
  • Identification of specific nonverbal aids such as memos, bulletin boards, and newsletters.
  • Analysis of situational appropriateness for nonverbal communication methods.

Main Results:

  • Memos, staff bulletin boards, office mail centers, correspondence routing, paycheck inserts, staff newsletters, and surveys are effective nonverbal aids.
  • These tools can enhance understanding and supplement verbal communication.
  • Specific situations are identified where nonverbal aids are most and least appropriate.

Conclusions:

  • Nonverbal communication aids are valuable assets in medical practice management.
  • Strategic implementation of tools like newsletters and surveys can improve staff comprehension.
  • Guidance is provided for selecting the most effective nonverbal aids based on context.

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