Effective communication in radiology is crucial to good quality patient care, especially in an increasingly diverse patient population. The special needs, unique circumstances, and specific requirements of patients necessitate empathy, effective communication, mutual understanding, and the development of soft skills for radiologists and radiographers. This session will offer two workshops, one for radiographers and one for radiologists to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage communication challenges.
Chairpersons' introduction
Christian Loewe, Vienna / Austria
Caroline Justich, Vienna / Austria
Making patients comfortable during the intimate imaging investigation
Claudia Fuchs, Vienna / Austria
Communication of adolescents' abuse, domestic abuse and intimate partner violence
Bharti Khurana, Boston / United States
Insights of a transgender patient experience and needs
Sid Vladikas, Rome / Italy
Transgender patients in breast imaging
Anna D'Angelo, Rome / Italy
Panel discussion: How to develop soft skills to discuss uncomfortable/sensitive topics with patients?