10/13/2024

Doctor-patient relationship. How do you choose a good doctor?

The doctor-patient relationship is an essential link to preserve health, it establishes the necessary tools to improve your quality of...
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The doctor-patient relationship is an essential link to preserve health, it establishes the necessary tools to improve your quality of life. This relationship should always be characterized by:

  • Trust: you should feel in a safe space where the doctor always puts your interests first.
  • Open communication: your doubts or concerns should be clarified at all times.
  • Respect: you should both treat each other with dignity and consideration. Your decisions should always be taken into account in your choice of treatment.
  • Empathy: look for a doctor who shows concern for your well-being.
  • Confidentiality: your medical information should be treated as confidentially as possible.
    An effective doctor-patient relationship allows an accurate diagnosis and therefore an accurate treatment. The confidence and security of being in the most capable hands is invaluable, so when you are seen you should ask yourself the following questions:

Is this doctor empathetic to me?

Look for a doctor who shows interest in your well-being, treats you with respect and makes an active effort to understand your concerns.

Do I feel that he/she listens to me carefully and answers my questions?

Communication is fundamental and should be based on active listening on both sides. The doctor should explain in clear and simple language the details, it is also important that you answer the questions you are asked with honesty and frankness.

Are you up to date on the latest treatments?

It is important that he/she is up to date on the latest advances in his/her specialty and that he/she offers you treatments based on scientific evidence.

Does he/she inspire peace of mind and security?

Your doctor should inspire confidence in his or her medical knowledge and skills.

Will this doctor be available in case of emergencies?

It is important that he/she is willing to see you in emergencies and provide you with easy access to him/her for consultation and follow-up.


Does he/she comply with professional ethics?

He/she must comply with medical codes of ethics and conduct him/herself in a professional manner.
It is true that sometimes choosing a doctor can be a complex task, it is an important decision that can significantly impact your health and that of your family. That is why when you choose one, it should be a professional with the highest standards of quality, in whom you can trust and team up to prevent pathologies or recover your health. To choose the ideal one for you, we suggest you ask friends and family for recommendations and make sure of their medical credentials and experience. It is never too much to ask questions.

Remember that a good doctor should explain all the information and provide all the treatment options with their respective risks, so you can make the best decision. When you are looking for preventive medicine services in Caracas, remember that at Clínica de la Vida we have the best experts that will provide you with all the necessary information to take care of you and yours.

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