Cross-cultural Communication

About this activity

This session considers how cultural differences between doctor and patient may create uncertainty that can reduce the effectiveness of the consultation. This can be recognised and overcome to enhance the consultation. This session was reviewed by Suchita Shah and last updated in July 2014. Objectives By the end of this session you will be able to: Discuss how cultural differences may cause you to feel uncertain Describe how this uncertainty affects you and your practice Describe simple strategies for overcoming uncertainty so you can respond flexibly to patients