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February 2, 2023

Discussing Mental Health With Patients

Given the prevalence of mental illness in America, it’s critical to discuss and screen for concerns during clinical interactions.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: doctor-patient relationship, patient care, patient communication, patient encounters, patient engagement, stigmatized conditions

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January 24, 2023

Discussing Dietary Supplements with Patients

Given the vast array of dietary supplements on the market—some of which may be ineffective or potentially harmful—it’s more important than ever to discuss these products with patients.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: FDA, medication, medication regimen, patient care, patient communication

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January 23, 2023

The Benefits of Empathy in Patient Interactions

MLMIC examines why and how physicians should cultivate this important patient-communication skill.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: doctor-patient relationship, patient care, patient communication, patient encounters, patient engagement, patient satisfaction

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January 5, 2023

How to Effectively Treat the Difficult Patient, Part 2

MLMIC shares guidance for interacting with patients who complain about treatment, fail to pay bills, lack capacity and more.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: patient communication, patient discharge, patient encounters, patient noncompliance, provider safety, risk management

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December 27, 2022

The Importance of Patient Engagement in Medical Care

MLMIC describes how physicians, hospitals and healthcare organizations can support patient engagement through improved communication strategies.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: health literacy, patient care, patient communication, patient engagement, patient records, patient safety

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October 28, 2022

Why and How to Incorporate Shared Decision-Making In Clinical Practice

This model of care, which requires physicians and patients to collaborate on care plans, can improve health outcomes, strengthen relationships and boost satisfaction.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: communicating with patients, doctor-patient relationship, patient care, patient encounters, patient interaction, patient satisfaction

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October 18, 2022

How to Effectively Treat Difficult Patients, Part 1

MLMIC shares guidance for interacting with patients who are hostile, drug seeking or noncompliant.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: controlled substance, patient communication, patient encounters, patient noncompliance, prescriptions, provider safety

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August 9, 2022

The Benefits and Risks of Text Messaging in Healthcare

Using text messaging to communicate with patients can improve care and boost engagement, but may also create challenges for privacy and documentation.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: COVID-19, patient care, patient communication, patient privacy, patient satisfaction, telehealth

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July 8, 2022

The Impacts of Health Literacy and Cultural Competence on Patient Care

MLMIC discusses how to mitigate risk associated with patient communication.

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: communicating with patients, health literacy, limited English proficiency (LEP), low health literacy patients, medical liability, patient safety

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May 23, 2022

Addressing Parental Vaccine Hesitancy

MLMIC shares strategies to help address vaccine hesitancy in parents

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Posted in: Hospitals, Physicians

Tagged with: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), immunizations, patient care, patient communication, patient education, vaccination

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