culture   Netherlands
statement   In the Netherlands, seeking a second medical opinion is encouraged to confirm diagnosis and explore treatment options, emphasizing patient involvement and equality in the healer-patient relationship.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 healer-patient relationship Netherlands Equality and openness in patient expression, with less emphasis on gender roles 1
2 medical second opinions Netherlands Getting a second medical opinion is seen as a responsible approach to confirm the diagnosis and explore alternative treatment options. 1
3 patient involvement Netherlands Patients are expected to be well-informed and actively participate in discussions about their treatment 1