Patient engagement refers to the active involvement of patients in their healthcare journey, where they become active participants in decision-making and treatment plans. Engaged patients are more likely to adhere to treatment regimens, follow healthcare advice, and make informed decisions about their health. Patient engagement fosters a collaborative relationship between patients and healthcare providers, leading to better communication, improved health outcomes, and increased patient satisfaction. Various tools and strategies, such as patient portals, telemedicine, and personalized health education, facilitate patient engagement. By focusing on patient engagement, healthcare organizations can create a patient-centered care approach, enhance health literacy, and ultimately improve the overall quality of healthcare delivery.
Patient portals – those secure online websites which give patients 24/7 access to personal health information – are not gaining as much priority as they deserve, since EHR companies tend to be tight on R&D resources. As a matter of fact, few companies have effectively invested towards the cause of patient portals. As a result, … Read more
Quick, tell me what springs to mind when you think of a well-designed healthcare institution. Comfortable beds? Easily accessible, spacious waiting rooms? Yes indeed, things like these would be nice. But how about having a well-designed experience right from the moment you think of scheduling a routine hospital visit? Wouldn’t that be nicer? It’s hard … Read more