tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4600323293486553439.post9161791079035392876..comments2023-08-24T10:52:26.139-04:00Comments on Perspicacity: Whose opinion matters in medical decision-making?Robert S. Miller, MDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03156523340638407529noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4600323293486553439.post-40651157098920229672012-09-30T10:14:56.285-04:002012-09-30T10:14:56.285-04:00Thanks for your insights. It's helpful to a F...Thanks for your insights. It's helpful to a Family Physician to see into the thought processes of an oncologist. From patient reports over the last few years, the decision process for patients with new breast cancer isn't very patient sensitive. BUT, the patient usually seemed to want a commander initially and more flexibility and sensitivity later. They were not in a good hearing or learning mode initially, but very willing to salute the wishes of the oncologist. It would be hard to meet the expectations of third parties who aren't in the room and easy to criticize. Reflection is useful. <br />As a FP, I would like to know how we can connect better to our oncologist colleagues processes, to better serve our mutual patients. Thanks again.A. Patrick Jonas, MDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15935504320560038973noreply@blogger.com