PMID: 16520364Mar 8, 2006Paper

Using the internet to enhance physician-patient communication

The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
J Sybil BiermannRichard N Peterson

Abstract

The rise in Internet use by patients with musculoskeletal problems has put orthopaedic surgeons under increased pressure to provide Web-based resources. Patients are researching musculoskeletal conditions online, and many want to communicate electronically with their physicians. Online medical information may be a useful adjunct to traditional physician-patient interaction because it is readily available, is wide in scope, and can provide the patient with basic knowledge on a given topic. A clinical encounter may then be efficiently spent refining information and answering specific questions. Orthopaedic surgeons should be aware of the advantages of using Internet resources as part of their practice as well as the potential legal and confidentiality pitfalls in electronic communication. Some patient concerns may be easily satisfied and communication enhanced through the use of e-mail. Physicians planning to incorporate electronic communication with their patients must be prepared to manage unsolicited e-mail, maintain patient confidentiality, and adopt practices that maximize the use of online resources to enhance patient education.

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