Dr.Krishna Prasad R (K06434)

Abstract

Effective Communication is the key to success in Ophthalmic Practice.Barriers in Communication has proved to be the obstacle in achieving Patient satisfaction, despite optimum Eyecare Delivery. Hurried Consultations with reduced Chairtime and improper use of jargon can frustrate a well meaning Patient , causing stressed Patient Doctor Relationship.Projecting IOL Brands over surgical safety or skill as Counselling can mar the Practice on a long run with disastrous consequences. Breaking the Bad News and Prognostication in day to day Practice warrants a special skill and elements of Empathy. Most often the Roots of these undesirable Communication can be traced back to our Medical Schooling and Cultural Values.This Instruction Course consisting of Eminent Ophthalmic Practitioners who are articulate and excellent Communicators , aims at resurrecting the importance of Clear, Unambiguous Communication and Counselling for hassle free Practice and Happier Patients.

1	Tracing the roots of Bad Communication (8 mins)	Dr. KIRTI SINGH	watch video
2	‘Foot in the Mouth Syndrome’ – Communication goof ups in Ophthalmic Practice (10 mins)	Dr.H M Ravindranath	watch video
3	Communication and Counselling Skills in Cataract Surgery (10 mins)	Dr.Krishna Prasad R	watch video
4	Wit and Sense of Humour in day to day Practice (12 mins)	Dr.Quresh B. Maskati	watch video
5	Communication Pearls for Young Ophthalmologists (10 mins)	Dr. DEEPTI P.	watch video
6	‘Breaking the Bad News ‘ (10 mins)	Dr.Madhav Dinkar Ambekar	watch video
	Panel Discussion : (15 mins.)