Mahé Pereira

Why effective communication in healthcare is taught Effective communication in healthcare is already well established as a core competency. It appears in accreditation standards, competency frameworks, and learning outcomes across medical, nursing, and allied health education. Learners are taught to listen actively, show empathy, and involve patients in decisions. Yet despite this formal emphasis, communication […]

What is competency based medical education? Competency based medical education (CBME) is an approach to training physicians that focuses on the abilities learners must demonstrate in real clinical practice. Instead of measuring progress primarily by the amount of time spent in rotations or courses, CBME evaluates whether trainees can perform key professional tasks safely and

Not all feedback works the same way. In healthcare education especially, the timing and purpose of feedback can drastically change how students learn and how educators teach. This blog explores the difference between formative and summative feedback, when to use each, and why combining both leads to stronger outcomes. Drawing from real classroom examples, peer-reviewed

Their Role in Healthcare Training Self-awareness and self-reflection are often used interchangeably in clinical education, but they describe two distinct cognitive processes that serve different functions in professional development. Understanding the difference is not merely a semantic exercise. Conflating them tends to produce feedback frameworks that are vague about what they are actually asking learners

Patient anxiety is a common challenge in healthcare settings. Whether someone is awaiting test results, facing a medical procedure, or navigating a new diagnosis, anxiety can cloud communication, delay care, and reduce overall satisfaction. In high-stress moments (like emergency room visits, invasive treatments, or critical care discussions) even routine interactions can feel overwhelming for patients.

What is Patient-Centered Care (PCC)? The most crucial skill for a health practitioner is reportedly good communication. Effective communication depends on the therapist being confident that they have accurately understood and noted the needs of the patient in order to deliver individualized care. In order to identify patients’ true needs and respond appropriately by providing