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Closing Communication Gaps in Eye Care

Study findings highlight communication barriers in ophthalmology and outline a structured framework designed to support understanding, expectation-setting, and adherence.

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    26.6% of patients demonstrated strong adherence to ophthalmic treatment.

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    Key barriers include communication gaps and time constraints.

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    O.D.I. method stands for Observe, Question, Intervene.

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    Structured communication strategies can enhance patient understanding.

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    Physicians often lack formal training in effective communication.

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    Research highlights importance of aligning patient expectations with physician communication.

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    Need for future studies to assess framework impact.

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Closing Communication Gaps in Eye Care

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • April 20, 2026

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