Taking Patient Education to a New Level

Once upon a time, patient education consisted of a clinician talking and a patient listening—and maybe a sheet of paper to take home. But that just doesn’t cut it anymore.  Studies show that informed patients get better care. Informed patients are more likely to actively engage in their care, contribute to decisions about their care, and follow through with treatments. They also feel more confident and comfortable asking questions and speaking up when something seems amiss, which can lead to increased patient safety and improved outcomes.