Doctor-Patient Relationships in Mexico

Authors

Carl J. Smith, Brigham Young University
Lynn England, Brigham Young University

Keywords

doctor-patient relationships, Mexico, health care, clinical skills

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Sociology

Abstract

Carl J. Smith Doctor-Patient Relationships in Mexico Faculty Mentor: Lynn England, Sociology In biomedicine, doctor-patient relationships are considered crucial in providing good health care. Studies have shown that specific aspects of good doctor-patient relationships impact patient perceived recovery in non-life-threatening disorders. One of the major determining factors for successful doctor-patient relationships is the level of communication and information exchange achieved during the consultations. As a developing nation, Mexico has shown an increase in reliance on technological medicine as apposed to physician clinical skills. Some feel that Mexico may suffer from a de-emphasis on the importance of doctor communication skills.

Recommended Citation

Smith, Carl J. and England, Lynn (2014) "Doctor-Patient Relationships in Mexico," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2014: Iss. 1, Article 381.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2014/iss1/381