concept   patient-doctor communication
culture   Western countries
statement   In Western countries, patient-doctor communication focuses on empathy, autonomy, and open discussion.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 doctor-patient relationship Western countries Emphasis on patient autonomy and informed consent 1
2 doctor-patient relationship Western countries Expected to be formal and based on evidence-based practice 1
3 medical second opinions Western countries Seeking second opinions is common and often encouraged to validate medical diagnoses and treatment options. 1
4 patient conduct Western countries Patients are expected to ask questions and be proactive in their healthcare decisions. 1
5 patient conduct Western countries Patients are often encouraged to seek second opinions and be involved in treatment decisions. 1
6 patient people Western countries Patient people are seen as admirable and mature, and often valued in professional settings. 1
7 patient people Western countries Patient people are seen as admirable and respectable, as patience is valued as a virtue in these cultures. 1
8 patient people Western cultures Recognized value, but often associated with individual effort and self-control rather than a collective social value. 1
9 patient-doctor communication Western countries Encouraged and valued for patients to openly discuss their symptoms and concerns with the doctor. 1
10 patient-doctor communication Western countries Doctors are expected to provide detailed explanations and allow patients to actively participate in treatment decisions. 1
11 patient-doctor communication Western countries Body language and nonverbal communication are considered essential parts of patient-doctor interaction, and doctors are expected to maintain good eye contact. 1
12 patient-doctor communication Western countries Patients may seek a more emotionally supportive and empathetic approach from the doctor, emphasizing the importance of the doctor's bedside manner. 1
13 patient-doctor communication Western countries Openly discussing personal or social issues affecting health is common and appropriate during doctor's appointments. 1
14 patients Western countries Patients often expect direct communication and information sharing from healthcare providers. 1
15 patients Western countries Patients are expected to be actively involved in their medical treatment, asking questions and seeking second opinions if needed. 1
16 patients Western countries Patients often expect personalized and detailed explanations from healthcare providers about their conditions and treatment options. 1
17 patients Western countries Patients expect fully informed consent and the right to make decisions about their own treatment. 1