The effect of Dr Google on doctor–patient encounters in primary care: a quantitative, observational, cross-sectional study

The effect of Dr Google on doctor–patient encounters in primary care: a quantitative, observational, cross-sectional study

Background: Two-thirds of all patients search the internet prior to a health consultation. Aim: To explore how searching for online health information before visiting a doctor influences patients’ behaviour during the consultation. Design & setting: A quantitative, observational, and cross-secti...

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Main Authors: Noor Van Riel, Koen Auwerx, Pieterjan Debbaut, Sanne Van Hees, Birgitte Schoenmakers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Royal College of General Practitioners 2017-05-01
Series:BJGP Open
Subjects:
primary care
patient empowerment
patient education
health care
Online Access:https://bjgpopen.org/content/1/2/bjgpopen17X100833

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https://bjgpopen.org/content/1/2/bjgpopen17X100833

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