concept   doctor-patient relationship
culture   Saudi Arabia
statement   In Saudi Arabia, modesty and gender-specific preferences greatly impact the doctor-patient relationship and healthcare communication.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 communication about patient conditions Saudi Arabia Privacy and modesty are highly valued, and the communication about patient conditions may involve gender-specific preferences for healthcare providers. 1
2 doctor-patient relationship Saudi Arabia Male doctors often treat male patients, and female doctors often treat female patients to adhere to cultural sensitivities and modesty 1
3 healer-patient relationship Saudi Arabia Respect for traditional gender roles and modesty in the patient's behavior 1
4 medical second opinions Saudi Arabia Seeking a second medical opinion may be perceived as questioning the competence of the first doctor and showing distrust in their judgment. 1
5 patient involvement Saudi Arabia Reliance on medical professionals for decision-making is typically higher 1