Newspaper/Magazine Article Finding a way to ask doctors tough questions. Save Save to your library Print Download PDF Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL March 18, 2009 View more articles from the same authors. This article encourages patients to be assertive about their care and provides tips on effectively raising concerns. Free full text Save Save to your library Print Download PDF Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL Cite Related Resources From the Same Author(s) A better safety net for young doctors. August 17, 2016 Clues to better health care from old malpractice lawsuits. May 18, 2016 Hospitals find a way to say, 'I'm sorry.' February 17, 2016 At the hospital, better responses to those beeping alarms. January 13, 2016 The most crucial half-hour at a hospital: the shift change. November 4, 2015 A medical detective story: why doctors make diagnostic errors. October 7, 2015 The key to reducing doctors' misdiagnoses. October 23, 2018 How to make surgery safer. February 25, 2015 Health-care providers want patients to read medical records, spot errors. June 25, 2014 Why hospitals want patients to ask doctors, 'Have you washed your hands?' October 9, 2013 View More Related Resources A night in the hospital, from both ends of the stethoscope. January 20, 2021 The doctor doesn't listen to her. But the media is starting to. August 22, 2018 Five simple steps to avoid becoming a medical mystery. December 14, 2016 Medical misdiagnoses put pressure on patients to stay engaged. September 21, 2016 When a surgeon should just say 'I'm sorry'. April 6, 2016 The most crucial half-hour at a hospital: the shift change. November 4, 2015 The surprising way to stay safe in the hospital. January 14, 2015 In a culture of disrespect, patients lose out. July 31, 2013 Doctors say patients who lie may put their health at risk. February 7, 2007 When doctors say, "We're sorry." August 24, 2005 View More See More About The Topic Patients Psychological and Social Complications Provider-Patient Communication