Speaker(s): 

John Jurosky, MBA, MHA, CLSSMBB, CPXP, Staff Member, Geisinger - has nothing to disclose.

Moderator(s): 

Anil Singh, MD, Staff Member, Geisinger - has nothing to disclose

Learning Objectives: 

At the conclusion of this session, the participant should be able to: 

  • Analyze nonverbal cues to identify potential patient emotions, concerns, and communication needs.

  • Evaluate how body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, and physical presence influence perceptions of empathy, trust, and respect.

  • Apply communication techniques that strengthen connection, emotional safety, and the overall patient experience

  • Demonstrate intentional language during simulated patient encounters

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships with/without Commercial Interests:

The Planning Committee consisting of Anil Kumar Singh, MD, Roop Parlapalli, MD, FHM, FACP, Lakshmi Rani Gollamudi, MD, Christopher DeFrancesco PharmD, RPH, Mary Ellen Berry, PA-C, Alexa Kerecman, CRNP, Michael Madden, DO, and Keshav Bhandari, MD have no identified disclosures. 

CE Committee Member/Content Reviewers have nothing to disclose. 

Any/All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated. 

Content Disclosure: 

This presentation/content is HIPAA compliant. 

Commercial Support for this Session

None

Session date: 
09/11/2026 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Location: 
Geisinger Community Medical Center
1800 Mulberry Street
Scranton, PA 18510
United States
  • 1.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 1.00 ACPE
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Participation Credit
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