title: Principles of patient management.
abstract: The more satisfied the patient is with the consultation the higher the probability that he will comply with the doctor's advice. Doctors should therefore be familiar with the principles of patient management and how to implement them during the consultation.
authors.affiliation: University of Aberdeen.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Short
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003142:Communication; D003266:Continuity of Patient Care; D003933:Diagnosis; D006293:Health Promotion; D006801:Humans; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010358:Patient Participation; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D012046:Rehabilitation