Can a communication course make doctors better listeners?
NCT ID NCT07491692
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a training program designed to help doctors communicate better with patients. 147 healthcare professionals took part in sessions covering communication skills, problem-solving, and managing unhelpful thinking patterns. The goal was to see if the training could improve the doctor-patient relationship and reduce workplace stress.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- communication skills training program
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this program could improve doctor-patient relationships, patient satisfaction, and healthcare professional well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, non-randomized study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable or prove long-term benefits.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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doctors from Murcia
San Juan, Alicante, 03550, Spain
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