Study: Medical Interns Lacking in Common Courtesy, Patient Etiquette

Doctors-in-training are not likely to fully introduce themselves to hospitalized patients, nor are they likely to talk to patients eye-to-eye. The findings, which come from a study conducted at Johns Hopkins, calls for adjustments to intern communications since research suggests that a courteous bedside manner improves patient satisfaction and recovery. “Basic things make a difference in patient outcomes and they’re not being done to the extent they should be,” says study leader. “These are things that matter to patients and are relatively easy to do.” Click here to read more.