Medical Economics July 26, 2024
Evidence suggests that sitting does not prolong interactions unnecessarily, addressing a common concern among clinicians.
A study suggests that sitting or crouching at a patient’s bedside can significantly enhance trust, satisfaction, and even clinical outcomes. This new review of evidence, conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan and VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, illustrtes the impact of engaging with patients at eye level.
Published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, the study’s systematic review examined how physician posture affects patient care and perceptions. Despite variations in interventions and outcomes, the findings indicate that when doctors sit down, patients report feeling more trust and satisfaction with their care.
The research team, led by Nathan Houchens, M.D., a faculty member...
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