NTU, TTSH team up to improve doctor-patient communication

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For doctors and other medical professionals, interacting with patients can sometimes be more of an art than a science. Communicating effectively and empathetically requires experience, not just medical knowledge.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Can we also be reminded that something as simple as speaking slower helps. I had to tell a few doctors, both in private/public practice, to speak slower. I m language fluent but I wonder how others scope. For heaven's sakes, we're sick when we come see u!

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