Compliance, adherence and concordance in relationship between doctor
and patient as integrated model of communication

Joanna Zapała

doi:10.5114/pson.2018.87893

eISSN: 1644-4116
ISSN: 1429-8538

Psychoonkologia

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Compliance, adherence and concordance in relationship between doctor and patient as integrated model of communication

Joanna Zapała

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Katedra i Zakład Psychologii Klinicznej, Uniwersytet Medyczny im. Karola Marcinkowskiego, Poznań

Psychoonkologia 2018, 22 (3): 102-106

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5114/pson.2018.87893

Online publish date: 2019/09/18

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The present text is a reflection on communication between doctor and patient. It focuses on the role of communication in treatment effectiveness and in achieving satisfactory therapeutic results. I emphasize the importance of such non-medical aspects, as cognition, trust, and active listening; although considered of secondary importance, they constitute an essential aspect of therapy, and significantly contribute to the final result of the treatment process. I draw attention to three types of communication approach: compliance, adherence and concordance. Since these are ways of communication between doctor and patient, I suggest their unification into an integrated whole. Such integrated approach is likely to augment treatment effects, as patients can be more inclined to follow medical recommendations.

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