How Comedy Improv Skills Enhance Doctor/Patient Communication

To enhance your communication skills, and better assist patients, you might want to consider enrolling in an evening improv class. As we explore in this week's edition of the Healthcare Experience Matters Podcast, improv could be a beneficial step toward personal growth, professional development, improved listening skills, and even combating burnout. 

Our guest this week is Dr. Michael Smith, the founder of HealthcareImprov.com, and when it comes to building empathy, there is no better tool than improv classes, as Dr. Smith can attest from his own experience. 

In 2014, Dr. Smith embarked on his journey in improv by enrolling in Level 1 classes. He quickly recognized the potential of these newfound skills in enhancing his role as a hospitalist, prompting him to integrate them into his professional life.

The outcome was a more fulfilling work experience, improved patient interactions, and more effective teaching methods.

Learn More: https://healthcareexperience.org/improv-skills