Is Timing Everything?: The Role of Time on the Relationship between Patient-Centered Communication and Provider Empathy
Published August 8, 2024
Several studies have indicated that providers that successfully implement patient-centered communication (PCC) practices related to health literacy and exemplify higher levels of empathy improve patient health outcomes. Time is frequently noted as a barrier when implementing PCC practices.
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Is Timing Everything?: The Role of Time on the Relationship between Patient-Centered Communication and Provider Empathy