ReviewVeterinary sciences2026
Communication Skills Training in Veterinary Education: A Scoping Review of Programs and Practices.
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2 citing papers in PubMed.
- From Persuasion to Partnership: Evaluating the Practicalities, Ethics, and Evidence for Implementing Motivational Interviewing in Veterinary Practice.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Review
- Behind the stethoscope: The hidden struggles and strengths of veterinarians in Italy.Veterinary record open · 2026Article
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Abstract
backgroundEffective communication is a fundamental competency in veterinary medicine that shapes the quality of veterinarian-client relationships, shared decision-making, and animal welfare. However, consistent and systematic integration of communication training across veterinary curricula remains uneven worldwide.
methodsThis scoping review mapped and analyzed educational programs aimed at developing communication competencies in veterinary education and professional practices. A systematic search was conducted according to PRISMA-ScR guidelines, identifying 37 eligible studies published between 2005 and 2024.
resultsMost publications were in English and originated from North America, particularly Canada (
conclusionsThe available evidence indicates a growing emphasis on clinical communication within veterinary education, primarily implemented through experiential and practice-based approaches. However, substantial gaps persist in the representation of Latin American contexts and in the systematic, longitudinal integration of communication skills across veterinary curricula. Addressing these gaps may contribute to more coherent, equitable, and context-sensitive communication training in veterinary education.
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