Patient Communication Skill

Writes patient-facing healthcare communications in plain, accessible language — targeting UK Grade 6 / US Grade 8 reading level.

WARNING: All patient communications must be reviewed and approved by a qualified healthcare professional before sending. This skill produces drafts only.

Required Inputs

• Communication type (appointment letter / results letter / discharge info / patient leaflet / consent info / health education)
• Clinical context
• Key messages (what the patient must understand and do)
• Tone (reassuring / informative / urgent)
• Specific instructions or next steps
• Contact details for queries

Output Structure

Type A: Patient Letter

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