E32. Language and Communication in Clinical Practice

In this episode of Talking O&G: a RANZCOG Podcast, host A/Prof Jared Watts speaks with GP obstetrician, Dr Penny Wilson, about the role of language and communication in clinical practice, and how to ensure it is consistently respectful, inclusive, and culturally responsive. Language and communication are used in all aspects of work as healthcare professionals – from building relationships and instilling trust, to demonstrating empathy and informing patients, and much more. Developing and maintaining a responsive communication style and reflecting on the language you use in everyday practice are essential skills. A/Prof Watts and Dr Wilson discuss what good communication in practice looks like to them. They provide specific examples of respectful language choice in obstetric and gynaecological care and provide actionable advice for clinicians to reflect on and improve how they communicate with patients. 🔗 Resources mentioned in this episode: • RANZCOG Gendered Language Project: https://tinyurl.com/4mduxzh4 • Warming the Whare: An Indigenous knowledge centered guideline for trans health justice in perinatal care: https://tinyurl.com/565zyztk • The Genderbread Person: https://tinyurl.com/2269wm4k • Queensland Clinical Guidelines: Pregnant women living in larger bodies and post bariatric surgery: https://tinyurl.com/9aaufddu 📌 RANZCOG members can submit CPD at: https://shorturl.at/iq733 This episode is eligible for CPD hours under the "Ethical practice" CAPE requirement. 💬 If you found this episode valuable, please rate, review, subscribe, and share it with your colleagues. RANZCOG acknowledges the need for more inclusive terminology for gender diversity. In this podcast we aim to use inclusive language, and any use of the term “women” should be interpreted to include all people requiring gynaecological and obstetric care. The views expressed are those of the speakers and may not reflect the official position of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG).