Dr$.$ Benjamin Lopez's patient interaction often follows this format:

First, he informs the patient of his advisement for treatment, the reasons why and what to expect.

Next, he invites the patient to elaborate on what they think, what is happening in their life, articulating non$-$medical factors such as payment, negative feeling etc.

Next, the doctor and patience work together to decide on the treatment decision, based on the input from both parties.

What conflict management style does process best represent?

Competition

Compromise

Accomodation

Collaboration