concept   patient-physician relationship
culture   western medical field
statement   In the Western medical field, there is an emphasis on promoting open and egalitarian communication and involving patients in the decision-making process.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 doctor-patient communication western medical field Doctors are encouraged to communicate with patients in a more egalitarian manner, involving them in decision-making. 1
2 patient-physician relationship Western medical field Encouragement of open communication and patient involvement 1