7 Phrases That Build Patient Trust
Real-world tips from a Pediatrician to help you build stronger rapport, reduce defensiveness, and guide families with confidence.
What do you say when parents bring Google, TikTok, or doubt into the exam room? Your words have the power to build walls or build connection.
As a pediatrician, I know that when families feel heard and cared for, they are less defensive, more open to guidance, and more likely to follow through on treatment plans.
This free guide shares 7 simple, powerful phrases to help you build trust—even in tough conversations—and create a more positive experience for everyone involved.
About Dr. Petit
Dr. Lisa Petit is a Board-Certified Pediatrician and Mom with a private practice in Catonsville, Maryland for over 15 years. She is also a Parenting Educator, Public Speaker, and Founder of The Parenting Playbook.
Dr. Petit believes that a trusting doctor-patient relationship is more than good medicine—it’s a public health priority. When patients trust their doctor, the noise of misinformation fades, and evidence-based guidance has a chance to be heard.
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