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How to Integrate the Electronic Health Record and Patient-Centered Communication Into the Medical Visit: A Skills-Based Approach

2013; Taylor & Francis; Volume: 25; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1080/10401334.2013.827981

1532-8015

Pamela Duke, Richard M. Frankel, Shmuel Reis,

Healthcare Systems and Technology

Background: Implementation of the electronic health record (EHR) has changed the dynamics of doctor–patient communication. Physicians train to use EHRs from a technical standpoint, giving only minimal attention to integrating the human dimensions of the doctor–patient relationship into the computer-accompanied medical visit. Description: This article reviews the literature and proposes a model to help clinicians, residents, and students improve physician–patient communication while using the EHR. Evaluation: We conducted a literature search on use of communication skills when interfacing with the EHR. We observed an instructional gap and developed a model using evidence-based communication skills. Conclusion: This model integrates patient-centered interview skills and aims to empower physicians to remain patient centered while effectively using EHRs. It may also serve as a template for future educational and practice interventions for use of the EHR in the examination room.