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Rheum for Everyone, Episode 7: Handshakes, Waves, Fist Bumps & More

Bharat Kumar, MD, MME, FACP, FAAAAI, RhMSUS  |  Issue: April 2024  |  April 16, 2024

Hosted by Bharat Kumar, MD, MME, FACP, FAAAAI, RhMSUS, physician editor, The Rheumatologist

In this episode, Dr. Kumar reflects on the value of physical touch in the clinical encounter, a key element of a holistic patient assessment that can reveal important diagnostic information and strengthen connection between doctor and patient.

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