Breaking the cycle how to turn conflict into collaboration when you and your patients disagree

• Main Authors: Blackall, George F. (Author), Simms, Steven (Author), Green, Michael J. 1961- (Author)
• Corporate Author: American College of Physicians
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia ACP Press 2009
• Subjects: Physician-Patient Relations
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• Physical Description: xiii, 154 pages illustrations 23 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781934465189; 1934465186

The doctor-patient relationship can reach impasses that cause physicians to feel frustrated and helpless. This practical new title focuses on how changes in the physician's thinking can improve these challenging interactions. Real-life experiences and case studies allow physicians to see how and why these impasses arise and how best to respond. Developed by an internist, health psychologist, and family therapist, "Breaking the Cycle" helps readers turn doctor-patient conflict into collaboration