How do doctors learn the spoken language of their patients? : original article

• Published in: South African medical journal Vol. 99; no. 7; pp. 520 - 522
• Main Authors: Couper, Ian, Pfaff, Colin
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Health and Medical Publishing Group (HMPG) 01.07.2009

Background. In South Africa, many doctors consult across both a language and cultural barrier. If patients are to receive effective care, ways need to be found to bridge this communication barrier. Methods. Qualitative individual interviews were conducted with seven doctors who had successfully lear...