Learn effective strategies for handling difficult patient encounters in this 46-minute medical grand rounds presentation. Explore the importance of communication in medical interviews, discover techniques for building rapport, and understand the impact of nonverbal cues. Delve into topics such as active listening, empathy, and the components of a good introduction. Gain insights on how to improve patient interactions, reduce the likelihood of lawsuits, and obtain a more comprehensive patient history. Examine the differences between open and closed questions, the significance of social history, and the role of micro-expressions in patient communication. Conclude with a discussion on telemedicine and its implications for patient encounters.