Physician-Patient Relationship in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Abstract

The doctor–patient relationship has been and remains a keystone of care: the medium in which data are gathered, diagnoses and plans are made, compliance is accomplished, and healing, patient activation, and support are provided [1]. The doctor-patient relationship is a topic evaluated from multiple perspectives. The transcendence of the permanent study of this relation is given by the fact as evidenced by its influence on health care outcomes [2]. The doctor-patient relationship is a complex phenomenon comprised of several aspects, among which we can point out physician-patient communication, patient participation in decision-making and patient satisfaction.