This is a great video conversation about doctor and patient communications between Cleveland Clinic’s Chief Patient Experience Officer (a physician) and ePatient Dave. While the role of technology and social media are only briefly mentioned, the take away is that patients should to empower themselves an ask for what they want … and need … to more actively participate in managing their health.
Doctor and Patient Communications
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Christina Thielst
Christina Thielst is a hospital administrator, consultant, educator and author who has experienced the evolution of healthcare over the last 30 years. She consults with innovative healthcare organizations that seek to improve the delivery of healthcare by addressing administrative and governance issues, including those integral to the execution of health information technology solutions and ...
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