6 Habits of Well-Mannered Doctors

Michael W. Kahn, MD, argued for "etiquette-based medicine" in the New York Times recently. Here are his steps for handling a hospitalized patient.

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Smile only when appropriate.

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Smile only when appropriate.

• "Ask permission to enter the room; wait for an answer."
  
• "Introduce yourself; show your ID badge."
  
• "Shake hands."
  
• "Sit down. Smile if appropriate."
  
• "Explain your role."
  
• "Ask how the patient feels about being in the hospital."

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