How Doctors Actually Take Histories (and How to Get Commendations) with Dr. Steph Rixon

from Med & Me Podcast · host Maha and Radio Monash

Dr Steph Rixon breaks down how to take a better patient history: from pre-clin to real-life internship.Key topics include:Practical OSCE/APEX preparation strategiesStructuring a patient history as a doctor (not a med student!)Asking focused questions based on presenting complaintsBuilding rapport quickly with patientsTaking sensitive historiesPresenting histories to consultantsCommon mistakes medical students makeAdapting histories across ED, medical and surgical settingsHow history-taking changes after graduating medical schoolThe difference between a “scripted” and genuinely good history-taking style

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