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Successful therapy is initiated through proper communication.

What method should be employed to start the consultation with a patient: favoring open-ended questions or choosing closed questions instead? Findings indicate that the preferred method for initiating the consultation is through open-ended questions asked by the physician.

Salome Davtyan, a therapist from "Vardanants," held a lecture that emphasized this topic and other important communication skills for healthcare professionals, particularly focusing on therapists and family doctors from various medical centers of Gegharkunik region.

The key topics addressed throughout the training included careful listening, compassion, and shared understanding.

Salome Davtyan noted that these skills play a vital role in developing reliable relationships with patients. When patients feel that their views and emotions are considered, they are more predisposed to adhere to the advice and recommendations of their physician.