Abstract
Despite the knowledge of good communication as a precondition for optimal care and treatment in health care, serious communication problems are still experienced by patients as well as by health care professionals. An orthopedic surgery department initiated a 3-day communication skills training course for all staff members expecting an increase in patient-centeredness in communication and more respectful intercollegial communication. The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of this training course on participants' self-efficacy with a focus on communication with both colleagues and patients.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Journal of Continuing Education in the Health Professions |
Volume | 32 |
Issue number | 2 |
Pages (from-to) | 90-97 |
ISSN | 0894-1912 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |