Medscape

When Emotions Run High: How to De-escalate Angry or Agitated Patients

De-escalating an angry or agitated patient can be difficult, but it’s important for everyone’s safety and good patient care.
The Guardian

My ‘difficult’ patient made my heart sink. But what happens when doctors are part of the problem?

One in six patients is deemed to be dissatisfied and demanding. But to prevent difficult medical problems from being redefined as difficult patients, doctors need help I once cared for a patient for ...
Healio

The art of de-escalation: How to calm anxious patients for dermatologic surgery

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Many dermatologists will encounter an anxious or angry patient at some point during their career. Using ...
Healio

As difficult patient interactions continue to rise, here is how to handle them

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . At least once a week, Emily L. Weis, MD, MS, says she has a challenging consult or patient interaction in her ...
EMS1

Company spotlight: VRpatients helps first responders train with immersive, customizable patient simulations

Whether in virtual reality or on a web browser, first responders can practice medical and behavioral health scenarios in a ...