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The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of patients with aphasia, their family members, and physicians related to communication during medical interactions.

Face-to-face, semistructured interviews were conducted with 18 participants—6 patients with aphasia, 6 family members involved in patient care, and 6 practicing physicians. A qualitative description approach was used to collect and summarize narratives from participants' perspectives and experiences. Participants were asked about experiences with communication during medical interactions in which the family member accompanied the patient. Interviews were audio- and/or video-recorded, transcribed, and then coded to identify main themes.

Patients and family members generally described their communication experiences as positive, yet all participants discussed challenges and frustrations. Three themes …