concept   doctor-patient communication
culture   South Africa
statement   In South Africa, doctor-patient communication is moving towards greater patient involvement alongside a historically paternalistic approach.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 doctor-patient communication South Africa May involve a more paternalistic approach, with doctors making most treatment decisions and patients expected to comply without much input. 1
2 patient involvement South Africa Patient involvement is becoming increasingly important, but there are still challenges related to access and cultural beliefs 1