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The Doctor-Patient Relationship, Partnership Theory, and the Patient as Partner: Finding a Balance Between Domination
Charles J Kowalski1, Richard W Redman1, Adam J Mrdjenovich2
1University of Michigan, North Campus Research Complex, 2800 Plymouth Rd., Bldg. 520, Suite 1169, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
Health Care Analysis : HCA : Journal of Health Philosophy and Policy
|January 20, 2024
Summary
The doctor-patient relationship (DPR) is complex. Partnership Theory offers a balanced model, viewing the DPR as a partnership, which improves healthcare outcomes when patients are actively involved.
Area of Science:
- Medical Sociology
- Healthcare Management
- Clinical Communication
Background:
- The doctor-patient relationship (DPR) is inherently complex, requiring careful management.
- Existing strategies to simplify the DPR often overlook crucial existential components.
- Oversimplification can lead to errors in healthcare delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore strategies for managing the complexity of the DPR.
- To introduce Partnership Theory as a framework for understanding the DPR.
- To investigate the implications of Partnership Theory for healthcare.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing strategies for mitigating DPR complexity.
- Application of Partnership Theory, focusing on domination and partnership systems.
- Analysis of the implications for healthcare practices.
Main Results:
- Partnership Theory provides a robust model for the DPR, balancing key features.
- The patient-as-partner model is effective in healthcare settings.
- This model demonstrates flexibility to adapt to varying clinical circumstances.
Conclusions:
- Partnership Theory offers a valuable lens for analyzing and improving the DPR.
- Adopting a patient-as-partner approach enhances healthcare delivery.
- The model's flexibility allows for necessary modifications in practice.
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