EFFECTIVENESS OF ROLE PLAY TO IMPROVISE COMMUNICATION SKILLS TO GET INFORMED CONSENT FOR SURGERY FOR OPHTHALMOLOGY INTERNS

Strong communication abilities are a fundamental aspect of medical professionalism. The nature of clinical communication is intricate, and a combination of individual traits and educational experiences shapes how medical students acquire these competencies(1). In all clinical environments, medical students must conduct patient interviews effectively and communicate persuasively regarding health concerns (2). Ins tilling s trong communication habits during the early stages of training will benet medical students and future healthcare professionals. Consistent instruction in effective communication should be an integral part of the medical college curriculum (3). The Medical Council of India's Vision 2015 document emphasizes the importance of incorporating communication skills training into the MBBS curriculum (4).