Fewer than 40 percent of the alternative therapies are…
“Fewer than 40 percent of the alternative therapies are discussed with one's physician, In my personal view, the current status quo which could easily be described as 'Don't ask and don't tell,' needs to be abandoned -- that is not in anyone's best interest.”
About This Quote
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Alternative therapies are under-discussed with doctors; the status quo of silence must change for better health.
In simple terms: Talk to physicians about all treatment options.
Key Takeaway
Break the silence, discuss alternatives.
Themes
healthcare
communication
alternatives
patient advocacy
trust
Mood
concerned
proactive
Type
Abandoned:0
Alternatives:1
Asks:0
Currents:0
Discussed:0
Fewer:0
Interest:0
Medicine:1
Needs:1
Percent:0
Personal views:0
Physicians:1
Status quo:1
Therapy:1
Views:0
Don Tell:0
Alternative Therapies:1
Therapies Discussed:0
Discussed Physician:0
When to use this quote
- clinic visits
- health policy discussions
- patient education
- research participation
Key Concepts
medical ethics
patient-physician relationship
integrative medicine
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you encourage open dialogue?
- What barriers prevent discussing alternatives?
A Different Perspective
Patients may lack knowledge to evaluate alternatives.