A Comparison of Doctor of Physical Therapy Students’ Self-Reported Empathy With Standardized Patients Perceptions of Empathy During a Simulated Telehealth Encounter

Empathy is an important factor in developing a positive patient–provider relationship. It has been shown to lead to improved patient outcomes, well-being, and satisfaction. This study examines the relationship between first-year physical therapy students’ self-reported empathy levels and a patient&#...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Mary Beth Holmes PT, DPT, NCS, Julie Ann Starr PT, DPT, FAPTA, CCS
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2022-07-01
Series:Journal of Patient Experience
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/23743735221112226