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Table 1 Definition of main factors

From: An analytic hierarchy process analysis for reinforcing doctor–patient communication

Factor

Definition

Reliability

Doctors’ and patients’ confidence or trust in each other amid treatment

Communication

Doctors and patients exchange opinions freely

Professionalism

Reliability of doctors’ and patients’ abilities in the treatment process

Psychologically

Consideration and tight-knitedness between doctors and patients

Fairness

Consistency in medical care services