Laura Faluade

Jul 25, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Debbie Moore-Black |Bonnie Friedman |Sara L. Merwin |Laura Faluade

The initial psychiatric interview of a patient is often a crucial part of the developing relationship between patient and physician. Establishing rapport, reaching a diagnosis, discussing treatment options, and formulating a plan, are the main frameworks of the interview. There remain, however, increasing pressures to reach the final diagnosis, often from patients and caregivers on initial meetings with providers that can lead to rushed or overlooked symptoms.