concept   doctor-patient relationship
culture   Italy
statement   In Italy, doctor-patient relationships are warm and friendly, often involving personal conversations and hugs.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 communication about patient conditions Italy Open and expressive communication is common, and there may be less concern about gender-specific preferences when discussing patient conditions with healthcare providers. 1
2 doctor-patient relationship Italy Doctors and patients often have a warm and friendly relationship, with hugs and personal conversations being common 1
3 medical second opinions Italy Seeking a second medical opinion is viewed as a way to gather diverse perspectives for better decision-making in healthcare. 1
4 patient involvement Italy Traditionally, medical decisions are more heavily influenced by the guidance of healthcare providers rather than patient input 1