DOI: 10.1002/lim2.102 ISSN: 2688-3740
The clinical gaze: Its power and purpose in determining the patient experience and the value of interpersonal and technical skills in medicine
Hamaad Ahmad Khan- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
- Geriatrics and Gerontology
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
- Health (social science)
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Medicine (miscellaneous)
Abstract
Current health education typically prizes and prioritises a biomedical sensibility in clinical practice, often to the detriment of the patient experience. In exploring the impact of the clinical gaze on patient experiences of medical care, this article argues for integrating interpersonal and technical skills in modern medicine, emphasising the value of holistic and compassionate care.