COMM 3354 Healthcare Provider Communication

This course will offer a theoretical and practical overview of communicating as a healthcare provider. Topics will include the patient-centered approach, managing the healthcare interview, interdisciplinary team-based communication, and the difficult side of medical communication (engaging in difficult conversations with families and patients, stigmatized conditions, and health disparities). A specific focus will be placed on conveying respect, compassion and empathy during medical communication.

Credits

3

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Department of Communication