Introducing provider-patient communication as a new topic for training and research at health institutes in Cochabamba (Bolivia) and Cuenca (Ecuador)

The objective is to promote communication skills of health professionals. The project aims to awake interest among the local actors and to create favorable conditions for progressing towards the integration of the communication theme into the academic program namely by 1) identifying, motivating and training pioneers in each city, 2) supplying tools and background information, 3) implementing training activities, 4) carrying out research, 5) disseminating results and experiences and 6) creating a supportive network