Based on amalgamation of three sources of knowledge, viz. clinical, managerial and social sciences. Attempts to forge together a holistic approach in dealing with patients and their relatives in a variety of settings. Describes the core skills involved in successful doctor-patient communication Discusses how to apply the core skills in clinical practice and to indicate how to use communication skills to succeed in clinical practice and avoid litigation. Every chapter has been referenced for further reading and practical exercises to help the readers, acquire the various component skills of successful communication Young professionals and students of clinical disciplines will derive maximum benefit from this book.