
Certificate in Doctor – Patient Communication
Establish a thriving practice through meaningful patient relationships.
Course Outcomes:
- Build rapport, establish trust, and nurture meaningful relationships with patients
- Demonstrate active listening skills in patient interactions
- Overcome unconscious biases and communication barriers
- Apply various communication methods and tools for effective patient education
- Formulate SMART treatment goals to engage in shared decision-making with patients
- Navigate difficult conversations with compassion and empathy
About the course:
The success of a treatment regimen often hinges greatly on the patient’s commitment to following their prescribed plan. Central to this commitment is the quality of communication and the relationship between the healthcare provider and the patient. Effective communication is not merely a skill to be honed; it serves as the very core that sets apart outstanding healthcare practitioners, builds impeccable reputations, and paves the way for unmatched professional achievements.
The Certificate in Doctor – Patient Communication is your opportunity to enhance your communication skills. The program delves into the art of building rapport, perfecting active listening, mastering effective patient education, delivering bad news with empathy, navigating conflicts, ethical dilemmas, and beyond.
Through our interactive e-learning modules, clinical scenario-based learning, and video lectures led by our team of subject matter experts, you will gain invaluable insights into the subtle intricacies of effective communication. These insights will empower you to recognize and overcome any unconscious barriers in your interactions with patients. As you progress, you will refine your communication skills and also carve a path to becoming an empathetic doctor who truly connects with patients.
Curriculum:
Module 1: Introduction to Doctor-patient Communication
Module 2: Breaking Ice and Building Rapport
Module 3: Showing Empathy
Module 4: Educating Patients
Module 5: Concluding Conversations
Module 6: Tools and Procedures for Communication
Module 7: Difficult Conversations
Who this course is for:
This course is well-suited for healthcare practitioners with backgrounds in Allopathy, AYUSH, and Dentistry, who aim to enhance their communication skills, improve treatment outcomes, and expand their patient clientele.
CPD Standards Office UK
A reputable organization that sets and maintains standards for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in the United Kingdom. This accreditation from the Office signifies that Aster Health Academy meets rigorous quality criteria, ensuring our programs align with industry best practices.
The industry-recognized accreditation benefits you by providing you with confidence in the quality and relevance of the training received.
Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre (SRMC)
SRMC is a renowned medical institution in Chennai, India. It is part of Sri Ramachandra University, a comprehensive university with a focus on healthcare, education and research. This accreditation ensures that our programs meet high standards of quality, providing learners with a reliable education. SRMC’s accreditation can open doors to international opportunities for learners as it is recognized by many institutions and organizations worldwide.
Knowledge Partner:
In Partnership with Yenepoya University
A unique blend of academic rigor and industry excellence, the course has been developed in collaboration with Yenepoya University. With Yenepoya University’s academic strengths and Aster DM Healthcare’s industrial eminence, the course provides participants with a holistic learning experience.
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Curriculum:
Module 1: Introduction to Doctor-patient Communication
Module 2: Breaking Ice and Building Rapport
Module 3: Showing Empathy
Module 4: Educating Patients
Module 5: Concluding Conversations
Module 6: Tools and Procedures for Communication
Module 7: Difficult Conversations
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Duration: 6 Months
Level: intermediate