Question

A 35-year-old woman with no chronic illness presents for a periodic health exam. She asks, 'What do you actually mean when you say you are my family doctor as a Communicator?' According to CanMEDS 2015, which response best reflects the Communicator role?

Accepted Answer

I work with you to build a therapeutic relationship, listen to your concerns, and share information so we can make decisions together.

Answer

My main job is to make diagnoses and prescribe medications.

Answer

I focus on following guidelines rather than your preferences.

Answer

I am responsible only for explaining test results.

Answer

I lead the team, so communication is mostly one-way from me to you.

Practice question

A 35-year-old woman with no chronic illness presents for a periodic health exam. She asks, 'What do you actually mean when you say you are my family doctor as a Communicator?' According to CanMEDS 2015, which response best reflects the Communicator role?