The article "Semistructured interviewing in primary care research: a balance of relationship and rigour" by Melissa DeJonckheere and Lisa M Vaughn discusses the essential skills and steps for designing and conducting semistructured interviews in family medicine and primary care research settings. Semistructured interviews are a common qualitative research method used to gather open-ended data, explore participants' thoughts, feelings, and beliefs, and delve into personal and sensitive issues. The authors emphasize the importance of a relational focus and practical facilitation skills. Key steps include determining the study's purpose and scope, identifying participants, considering ethical issues, planning logistics, developing an interview guide, establishing trust and rapport, conducting the interview, memoing and reflecting, analyzing data, demonstrating trustworthiness, and presenting findings. The article provides practical guidance for researchers, including novice ones, to effectively use semistructured interviews, highlighting the need for clear language, active listening, and a non-judgmental attitude. Despite potential challenges, semistructured interviews can be a powerful tool for understanding participant experiences and perspectives in primary care research.The article "Semistructured interviewing in primary care research: a balance of relationship and rigour" by Melissa DeJonckheere and Lisa M Vaughn discusses the essential skills and steps for designing and conducting semistructured interviews in family medicine and primary care research settings. Semistructured interviews are a common qualitative research method used to gather open-ended data, explore participants' thoughts, feelings, and beliefs, and delve into personal and sensitive issues. The authors emphasize the importance of a relational focus and practical facilitation skills. Key steps include determining the study's purpose and scope, identifying participants, considering ethical issues, planning logistics, developing an interview guide, establishing trust and rapport, conducting the interview, memoing and reflecting, analyzing data, demonstrating trustworthiness, and presenting findings. The article provides practical guidance for researchers, including novice ones, to effectively use semistructured interviews, highlighting the need for clear language, active listening, and a non-judgmental attitude. Despite potential challenges, semistructured interviews can be a powerful tool for understanding participant experiences and perspectives in primary care research.