The Journal of medical practice management : MPM
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This policy paper investigates whether physician conflicts of interest have an effect on physicians' quality of care and whether implementation of conflict-of-interest policies will ameliorate any negative effects of divergent interests. Some government regulations are discussed in a policymaking perspective. ⋯ One of the most important effects of disclosure is providing patients with the opportunity to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare. Research supports that conflicts of interest are inherent and oftentimes unavoidable in the healthcare setting.
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More than just words and gestures, communication is the basis of all relationships. Therefore, it is important to learn what effective communication is and how best to use it to get your message across. You want the recipient to hear you and know what you mean by what you are saying and to understand your gestures.