If you’re like most patients, the metric you probably rely on when choosing a doctor is their credentials. Where did she go to school? How many patients has he treated with this condition? But according to research out of Stanford University, having a doctor who is warm and reassuring can greatly influence your health for the better. The research showed that the simple things a doctor says and does to connect with patients can make a difference for health outcomes.
Doctors who connect with patients can positively influence their health outcomes
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