Serving the Limb Loss Community for over 30 years

Welcome to Communicating With Your Doctor: The PACE System


This web site is the result of years of research with patients and doctors (click here for research references and reports). I can assure you that most doctors are very happy when their patients:

  • Are prepared for their visit.
  • State their concerns clearly and honestly.
  • Provide a complete description of their medical condition.
  • Ask questions about their illness and its treatment.
  • Express concerns or problems with prescribed treatments.

My sincere hope is that this web site will help you to master all of these communication skills and have more satisfying visits with doctors.

In Peace and Good Health,

Donald J. Cegala
Emeritus Professor of Communication and
Family Medicine
The Ohio State University
e-mail: cegala.1@osu.edu


 

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