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Communication Skills for Surgeons

Publication Year:
2022
Edition:
1st Ed.
Author:
Benjamin Patel; Abhay Rane
Publisher:
Springer Nature
ISBN:
978-3-03-112212-5
Doody's Star Rating®:
Score:
87
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Historically, communication was described as a secondary, or ‘soft skill’ for surgeons.
Now, astute communication, both with patients and with colleagues, forms a fundamental element of holistic surgical practice and comprises a core component of the ‘Non-Technical Skills for Surgeons’ that are increasingly recognised in modern surgical practice.
Good communication is required during each patient interaction: history taking, explanation, consent, breaking bad news, and managing difficult encounters such as the demanding or angry patient. Good communication with patients improves patient trust, compliance and overall satisfaction, reduces complaints and malpractice claims.
High quality communication is also fundamental when interacting with colleagues: in theatre, on the ward, whilst making referrals and organising special tests. In the busy schedules of medical professionals, such communication must be succinct and relevant. Team structures must empower all members to speak up, so as to prevent harm being done. Suboptimal communication is a root cause for the majority of serious adverse events. Furthermore, good communication reduces job stress and enhances satisfaction for the surgeon.
Good communication is not an inborn behaviour; it is a learned skill that is based on key principles. Studies have clearly demonstrated that education in communication improves patient outcomes and satisfaction. Several frameworks have been described, to facilitate good communication in certain scenarios: SPIKES for breaking bad news, SBAR for handover, surgical briefs and de-briefs, to name a few.
This textbook will be aimed towards medical students, surgical trainees and surgical consultants internationally. It is relevant to every-day practice, examinations and OSCEs, such as medical finals, MRCS, FRCS and international equivalents, and interviews where role play is often featured.
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Publisher:
Springer Nature
Product Type:
Book
Author:
Benjamin Patel; Abhay Rane
ISBN:
978-3-03-112212-5
Specialty:
  • Health Professions
  • Surgery
Language:
English
Edition:
1st Ed.
Pages:
157
Publication Year:
2022
Doody's Star Rating®:
Score:
87

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