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Talking the talk: how clear communication can help your patients

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Podcast

Published on 24 Oct 2024

In this two part podcast our host Dr Penelope Elix speaks with Dr Sarah J White, a leading conversation analyst, and Professor John Cartmill, an experienced surgeon.

In episode 1, we delve into the fascinating world of conversation analysis. We explore conversation, how we communicate, why we might not get the response we’re expecting and how medical professionals can use communication to improve their interactions with patients.

In episode 2, we explore how we communicate and ways to do this better to help our patients.


 

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