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Aspiring MD-PhD at Weill Cornell Medicine.

The bad news doctor: Why scientists are trying to find better ways to talk to patients. (Damien Guerchois, Reuters)
DOCTORS

What your doctor is thinking when they say, ‘I’m afraid I have some bad news’

Doctors have turned to scientific studies for guidance on talking with patients, but the results have largely left them guessing.

  • Bhekisisa Team
  • Morgan Pantuck
7 min read
The bad news doctor: Why scientists are trying to find better ways to talk to patients. (Damien Guerchois, Reuters)
DOCTORS

The bad news about delivering bad news

Doctors have turned to scientific studies for guidance on talking with patients, but the results have largely left them guessing.

  • Bhekisisa Team
  • Morgan Pantuck
7 min read