The objective of this course is to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the intricacies of medical practitioner (MP) and patient communication. As all MP will interact with patients on a communication level, this course provides the following objectives and learning outcomes:
• The basics of communication between MP and patient.
• The challenges of communication between MP and patient.
• Application of effective communication strategies between MP and patient.
Other objectives of this course are:
• To enhance the communication skills of future medical professionals.
• To provide a solid base for understanding MP – patient communication.
• To provide information on ethical considerations in MP – patient communication.