It seems as if doctors who exhibit characteristics such as compassion and respect are the exception rather than the rule. Therefore, it is critical that doctors are continually trained on evidence-based tactics such as motivational interviewing as well as bedside manner.  Interprofessional training can allow the sharing of expertise and resources and is a good method of providing continual training.

Implications for improving patient-provider relationships in depression treatment

Patients who believe that medication can help to treat their depression are more open with their providers.  

Grand Valley State University

If a patient believes that the provider is capable of facilitating treatment for depression, then the patient will be more open with their provider, will feel closer to the provider, and will place more confidence in their provider's abilities.  If the patient believes that the provider believes their depression symptoms, then their bond will be greater, they will be more open with the provider, and there will be more shared decision-making in terms of treatment.

Patient beliefs about the patient-provider relationship

King, P. A. L., Cederbaum, J. A., Kurzban, S., Norton, T., Palmer, S. C., & Coyne, J. C. (2015). Role of patient treatment beliefs and provider characteristics in establishing patient–provider relationships. Family Practice, 32(2), 224-231. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/fampra/cmu085

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