Focus on Five: How to Be a Patient Advocate: Providing another layer of safety for patientsPatient advocacy is at the heart of patient-centered care. A patient advocate can help alleviate confusion and ensure patient safety by being a supporter and a spokesperson for the patient. This can be...
You have rights as a patient to make sure you’re getting the best medical care and outcomes possible. But to really take advantage of your patient rights in healthcare and get the most out of your doctor’s appointment, you should know how to advocate for yourself and your health...
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You have rights as a patient to make sure you’re getting the best medical care and outcomes possible. But to really take advantage of your patient rights in healthcare and get the most out of your doctor’s appointment, you should know how to advocate for yourself and your he...
Whether you're buying or selling, you may want to find a real estate agent who works exclusively with clients on that side of the transaction – an exclusivebuyer's agent, for example. Other times, you may find that an agent works on a team, which allows individuals to specialize in eit...
Skip to main content Choosing a doctor Rewarding doctor-patient relationships don’t just happen overnight. They’re built on trust—a trust that may translate into better communication, emotional support, more accurate diagnoses and potentially lifesaving treatments. How, though, do you find that ...
A clear understanding of how to address emotional issues in children Simple ways to calm and relax children –“it’s the way you tell ‘em” Tips for igniting your own imagination and creativity How to ‘think metaphor’ to find the right one for each situation ...
Connecting to an HIE has helped a behavioral health center in Connecticut drive patient-centered care through real-time alerts and streamlined data access.
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But in other cases, step therapy can be a delay in getting the acute care a patient needs. That’s why it’s important to know when step therapy is part of your plan and discuss any concerns with your do...