Communication is sharing information from one person to other person. Communication can take place among persons whether they know each other or not. Inadequate communication is responsible for personal isolation in the community. Most common problem encountered is the lack of understanding in a correct way leading to conflicts and frustrations in the personal and professional life. Three most basic tools of communication are speech, body language and listening. Communication skills can be assessed in real situations and artificial scenario. Assessment in a workplace in addition to observed feedback, provides students a clinical opportunity without any fear. This review highlights communication in health care with emphasis on types, training aspects, communication models.