concept   patient-physician relationship
culture   Sweden
statement   In Sweden, medical consultations prioritize patient autonomy and shared decision-making with their physician.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 communication about patient conditions Sweden There is an emphasis on individual patient autonomy, and communication about patient conditions is primarily between the patient and healthcare professionals. 1
2 doctor-patient communication Sweden Primarily focuses on medical facts and treatment options, with less emphasis on personal or familial matters. 1
3 doctor-patient relationship Sweden Medical consultations and decisions are typically made between the doctor and the patient only, with minimal involvement of other family members 1
4 healer-patient relationship Sweden Equality and openness in patient expression, with less emphasis on gender roles 1
5 medical second opinions Sweden Seeking a second medical opinion is seen as a patient's right and a way to ensure thorough evaluation and care. 1
6 patient conduct Sweden Patients may have a strong preference for evidence-based Western medicine. 1
7 patient involvement Sweden Great emphasis on shared decision-making between patients and healthcare providers 1
8 patient-physician relationship Sweden Focus on individual patient's autonomy, with less involvement of family members in medical decision-making. 1
9 patient-physician relationship Sweden Reliance primarily on evidence-based medicine, with less influence of traditional or faith-based healing practices on the patient-physician relationship. 1