Patient and Clinician Videos

Carolyn Clancy, M.D.

This doctor is leading the charge in encouraging better communication between patients and clinicians.

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By asking questions about her medicines, this young woman got the correct diagnosis and feels better than ever.
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Molly Glassman
 

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Bill Lee
 

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After 10 heart attacks, this man got more involved in his care. Now his heart disease and diabetes are under control.
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If you ask your hairstylist a question, notes this physician, why not ask your doctor a question?
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Waiting Room Video
This 7-minute video features patients and clinicians discussing the importance of asking questions and sharing information.
To order a free copy of this video on DVD, call 1-800-358-9295 or email AHRQpubs@ahrq.hhs.gov.
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Current as of August 2011
Internet Citation: Patient and Clinician Videos: Carolyn Clancy, M.D.. August 2011. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Rockville, MD. http://www.ahrq.gov/patients-consumers/patient-involvement/ask-your-doctor/videos/clinician02/index.html