{"id":2695,"date":"2018-02-18T19:48:59","date_gmt":"2018-02-19T01:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osteopathic.org\/?page_id=2695"},"modified":"2021-01-22T12:08:22","modified_gmt":"2021-01-22T18:08:22","slug":"empathy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/osteopathic.org\/practicing-medicine\/providing-care\/empathy\/","title":{"rendered":"Empathy in Medicine"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"aoa-page-content\">\n<div id=\"ctl00_PlaceHolderMain_Content__ControlWrapper_RichHtmlField\" class=\"ms-rtestate-field\" aria-labelledby=\"ctl00_PlaceHolderMain_Content_label\">\n<p class=\"ms-rteElement-P\">The osteopathic philosophy of medicine centers on building deep relationships with patients and using empathy to build trust. Being empathetic means\u00a0understanding patients\u2019 experiences, concerns and perspectives, and being able to communicate this understanding to patients.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ms-rteElement-P\">By taking the time to ask questions about all aspects of patients\u2019 lives, physicians become better equipped to provide the highest standard of care to their patients.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ms-rteElement-H3\">Empathy improves quality of patient care<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ms-rteElement-P\">Their unique approach to patient care is what sets DOs apart. By committing to the osteopathic philosophy of medicine, you can provide a higher level of service to your patients while boosting your job satisfaction.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ms-rteElement-P\">Empathy translates to\u00a0improved patient comprehension. The better your patients comprehend a diagnosis, the better they will comply with your instructions for care.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ms-rteElement-P\">Your patients could experience\u00a0better health outcomes\u00a0since patients who like their physicians are more likely to be compliant with their treatment plan. Diabetic patients with more empathetic physicians, for instance, were significantly more likely to have their illness under control, according to a study published in\u00a0<a title=\"Academic Medicine study\" href=\"http:\/\/journals.lww.com\/academicmedicine\/Abstract\/2011\/03000\/Physicians__Empathy_and_Clinical_Outcomes_for.26.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Academic Medicine<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>After acceptance of insurance plan,\u00a0bedside manner\/empathy is the top factor adults consider when selecting a physician\u00a0for themselves or a loved one, according to an\u00a0American Osteopathic Association survey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>It can\u00a0boost your bottom line. Insurance carriers and employers are increasingly tying physician reimbursement to patient satisfaction scores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>You could\u00a0avoid malpractice lawsuits. Empathetic physicians are less likely to be sued than physicians whose patients are unhappy with their communication style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Looking to up your empathy game?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>These simple strategies can help you develop stronger empathy and better communication with your patients:<\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Link to The DO article\" href=\"http:\/\/thedo.osteopathic.org\/2014\/06\/maintaining-good-bedside-manner-in-a-world-of-15-minute-appointments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;Maintaining a Good Bedside Manner in a World of 15-Minute Appointments&#8221;<br \/>\n<\/a>Having good\u00a0bedside manner is no longer optional. 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