The Calgary-Cambridge Framework

The Calgary-Cambridge Framework is a structured approach used by healthcare professionals to guide effective medical interviews. It helps them communicate clearly, build rapport, gather important information, and offer appropriate advice. The framework divides the consultation into stages: initiating the conversation, collecting information through questioning, understanding the patient's perspective, explaining diagnoses and treatment options, and closing the discussion professionally. Its goal is to ensure a thorough, patient-centered dialogue that improves understanding, trust, and healthcare outcomes.