Experience and knowledge of Lyme disease: A scoping review of patient-provider communication.

ABSTRACT: There has been limited research on patient-provider communication dynamics regarding Lyme disease (LD) diagnosis and treatment. Evidence suggests communication in the clinical encounter improves when both patient and healthcare provider (HCP) have concordant orientations (or beliefs) on discussed topics, resulting in higher patient satisfaction and care outcomes. The purpose of this scoping review was to characterize and summarize current research findings on patient and provider knowledge and experiences regarding LD - two factors that may influence the orientation of both patients and providers toward LD in the clinical setting. None of the articles included in the review specifically addressed patient-provider interaction and relationships as the main objective. However, the existing li

SUBMITTER: Nesgos AT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10044390 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature