1)Throughout the video, Wen says multiple time that doctors hide behind their white coats. What does she mean by this?
2)During her research, Wen asked patients what they want to know about their doctors. What were the three different answers that people gave?
3)Wen started a campaign called “Who’s My Doctor” to try and illicit more doctor-patient transparency. Why was there such a vehement backlash to her campaign, and how did Wen respond?
4)When there is not a clear transparency between doctors and patients, what are some possible issues that can arise?
5)What are some of the benefits of open communication and transparency that Wen discusses?
1) Wen means that doctors often use their authority and status to avoid being fully transparent with their patients, hiding behind their profession and the image of the white coat to maintain a certain level of control in the doctor-patient relationship.
2) The three different answers that people gave when Wen asked them what they want to know about their doctors were:
- Personal information about their doctor, such as their hobbies or family life
- Clinical information, such as their credentials and experience
- Financial information, such as any financial relationships they may have with pharmaceutical companies
3) There was a vehement backlash to Wen's "Who's My Doctor" campaign because many doctors felt that it was an invasion of their privacy and could potentially harm the trust in the doctor-patient relationship. Wen responded by emphasizing the importance of transparency in healthcare and the need for patients to have access to information about their doctors.
4) Some possible issues that can arise when there is not clear transparency between doctors and patients include a lack of trust in the doctor's recommendations, misunderstandings about treatment options, and potential conflicts of interest that could affect the quality of care provided.
5) Wen discusses that some of the benefits of open communication and transparency between doctors and patients include building trust, improving patient outcomes, reducing medical errors, and empowering patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare. She believes that transparency can lead to a more patient-centered approach to healthcare and ultimately improve the overall quality of care provided.