Teaching Empathic Communication to Pediatric Interns: Immediate and 3-Month Impact.

A 1 day simulation-based reflective teaching course for pediatric interns is an effective way to teach empathic communication skills. They feel more prepared to deliver serious news, respond with empathy and disclose a medical error. In addition, the interns value the training as a part of their education and report using the skills in appropriate scenarios at 3 months.