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Vandana GuptaFounder,
V Care FoundationOctober 20, 2010
Doctor does not want to be your
advocate
Doctor does not understand
you?
Doctor does not speak in simple
language
Doctor does not allow you to
disagree or ask a question
Doctor does not make you feel comfortable
Current Scenario
The Doctor patient ratio in India is 1:1588*
Ideal ratio should be 1:500
3X times!*Deccan Chronicle , July 10, 2009
How can we work together to address this challenge
Patient’s NeedConfidenceCompetenceMutual respectKnowledgeTrustShared Values
Patient’s viewThe physician is generally viewed as superior
to the patientThe doctor-patient relationship is also
complicated by the patient’s sufferingDoctor’s busy schedule may prevent the
patient getting a patient hearingA dilemma may arise in situations where
what is the most efficient treatment is not the same as what the patient wants for various reasons.
What a patient wants…To be seen and get test results in a timely
mannerDoctor---not the staff---should call with bad
results.Doctor should tell what medicines one is
getting and their side-effects.Doctor should explain everything in terms
one can understand.A kind “hello” at the beside
What a patient wants…Be patient and engage patients in medical
decision-makingAcknowledge the stress that patient
undergoes and respect each patient’s preferences, beliefs and values
Explain results and directions in simple termsOffer encouragement and compassion, but
don’t sugarcoat problems and solutions
What a patient wantsHave a sense of humor, but not at the
expense of a patient’s dignityNever brush off questions about alternative
medicines or other medical issuesState plans clearly for what the patient
should do next
Patient’s responsibilityBe honest with your doctor on the issues
concerning your healthCompliance, Compliance, CompliancePatience is a virtue!Both of you have the same goal : Patient’s
good health
Any Questions