In this section we present interviews with notable experts in the field of communication.
A conversation on the neuroscience of empathy in clinical practice by Dr. Riess
A conversation on breakdowns in care and communication between patients and providers and how patients are affected by them with Kathleen Mazor, EdD., Professor of Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Assistant Director, Meyers Primary Care Institute
I*Care Roundtable Discussion with Wendy S. Harpham, M.D.
A conversation on the challenges facing healthcare institutions that wish to improve communication between providers and patients, the implementation of a communication skills program for physicians at the Cleveland Clinic and the key elements to its success with Timothy Gilligan, M.D., Co-director, Center for Excellence in Healthcare Communication, Medical Director, Inpatient Solid Tumor Oncology, Program Director, Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program.
A conversation on the therapeutic aspects of clinician-patient relationships with Dennis Novack, M.D., Professor of Medicine, Associate Dean of Medical Education, Drexel University College of Medicine.
I*Care Roundtable Discussion, February 12, 2013, James Tulsky, MD Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Baile
“Screening for Distress in Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients” – presented by Luigi Grassi, MD, Professor and Chair of Psychiatry, University of Ferrara on April 26, 2012
“What's Dignity Got To Do With It: Emerging Opportunities in Palliative Care” - presented by Harvey Max Chochinov, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FRSC, Canada Research Chair in Palliative Care, on April 26, 2012
I*Care Roundtable Discussion, March 15, 2012 - “Simulation in Medical Education”
A conversation with Walter F. Baile, MD and Leslie R. Schover, PhD, Professor of Behavioral Science, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center on communicating with cancer patients about sexuality and fertility issues.
A Conversation with Walter Baile, M.D. and Rebecca Walters, MS, LMHC, TEP on May 26, 2011 about methods to enhance relationships with patients.
A Conversation with Walter Baile, M.D. and Massimo Biondi, M.D. on May 10, 2011 about psychobiology of communication and doctor-patient relationships.