The relationship between doctors and their patients has received philosophical, sociological, and literary attention since Hippocrates. A good doctor-patient relationship is essential for effective healthcare delivery and its basic foundation of treatment. It also has a significant impact on patient care and overall patient health outcomes. What makes the doctor-patient relationship so special: 1) Trust […]
Eliminating Doctors’ Trust Deficit: Ensuring Safety Through Transparency
India’s healthcare system operates within a complex framework influenced by multiple factors. Unfortunately, a trust deficit has developed between doctors and patients, fueled by various elements such as miscommunication, unrealistic expectations, and incidents of medical negligence. Moreover, in recent times, the safety of doctors has emerged as a concerning issue in India. The spiralling trust deficit not only affects the doctor-patient relationship but also hampers the overall […]
Emotional distress helplines
Doctors, frontline workers, emergency services workers and the general public are facing a tough time due to the ongoing pandemic. Mental health is being challenged. Therefore mental health professionals have generously introduced various helplines across India to with an aim to guide and counsel people who are emotionally distressed. These services are a boon. Hope […]