Smith’s Patient Centered Interviewing: An Evidence-Based Method, Third Edition (Original PDF from Publisher)

Mastering Patient-Centered Communication: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction

Patient-centered communication is an essential skill for healthcare professionals, fostering precise diagnoses, effective treatment plans, and strong clinician-patient relationships. Smith’s Patient-Centered Interviewing, Third Edition, serves as a comprehensive guide to this vital aspect of clinical practice, endorsed by the American Academy on Communication for Healthcare.

Evidence-Based Methodology

The book presents a step-by-step methodology grounded in evidence-based principles. The proven 5-Step approach seamlessly integrates patient-centered and clinician-centered skills to enhance effectiveness without sacrificing interview duration.

Scope of Coverage

Smith’s Patient-Centered Interviewing encompasses a wide range of topics, including:

Patient-Centered Skills

• Gathering accurate biomedical information
• Eliciting critical personal, social, and emotional information
• Establishing strong clinician-patient connections
• Promoting patient education and behavior change
• Breaking bad news with empathy and clarity

Clinician-Centered Skills

• Managing challenging patient personalities
• Enhancing personal awareness in mindful practice
• Utilizing nonverbal communication effectively
• Integrating computers into the exam room for improved documentation

Innovative Features

• Companion video and teaching supplement available online
• Detailed guide to reporting and presenting evaluations
• Enhanced focus on patient education and shared decision-making

Multidisciplinary Collaborators

The latest edition of Smith’s Patient-Centered Interviewing was meticulously updated and expanded by a multidisciplinary team of medical experts, ensuring that the guidance provided reflects the latest advancements in healthcare communication.

Target Audience

This comprehensive guide is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to refine their patient communication skills, including physicians, nurses, medical students, and allied health professionals. By embracing the principles and practices outlined in this book, healthcare providers can elevate their patient care to new heights.