concept   patient-physician relationship
culture   Russia
statement   In Russia, the patient-physician relationship is characterized by high physician authority and formal, respectful communication.
3 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 doctor-patient communication Russia Tends to be more formal and reserved, with a focus on maintaining professional distance and respecting authority. 1
2 healer-patient relationship Russia Involves close personal connections and trust between healer and patient 1
3 patient-physician relationship Russia Physicians are typically seen as highly authoritative figures, and patients may be less likely to question their medical opinions directly. 1