By
J. Andrew Billings, MD, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
John Stoeckle, MD, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
Description
For the highest quality patient care, medical professionals need confidence in their skills with the patient interview. THE CLINICAL ENCOUNTER:
A GUIDE TO THE MEDICAL INTERVIEW AND CASE PRESENTATION provides the tools and practical guidelines needed for clinical practice. Part
I addresses the basics in the medical interview. Part II focuses on advanced topics and problems that students and physicians may encounter
on a daily basis. It features doctor-patient dialogues and vignettes on how to act and respond in any patient encounter in a respectful,
caring way. The authors' clear writing style and specific suggestions offer guidance for easing difficult and sensitive situations relevant
to day-to-day clinical settings.
