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Clinics in Laboratory Medicine
|March 1, 1984
Summary
This article explores the physician
Area of Science:
- Medical Diagnosis
- Cognitive Science in Medicine
Background:
- The diagnostic process is often viewed externally.
- Understanding the physician's cognitive process is crucial but complex.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the physician's mental processes during diagnosis.
- To offer a deeper understanding beyond phenomenological observation.
Main Methods:
- Phenomenological analysis of the diagnostic process.
- Exploration of the physician's internal cognitive and decision-making activities.
Main Results:
- Diagnosis involves complex internal cognitive operations.
- The physician's mind is central to understanding diagnostic reasoning.
Conclusions:
- A deeper understanding of diagnosis requires examining the physician's cognitive framework.
- Future research should focus on the internal aspects of medical decision-making.