Patient Relations

Physicians should not think the entire healthcare experience is done after the patient leaves the office

Physicians feel pressured to provide a modern experience for their patients

Telehealth and other forms of virtual care have increased dramatically since the onset of COVID-19, and research shows patients prefer it over traditional care.

Finding the telemedicine platform that is the right fit.

The shift to telemedicine due to COVID-19 is a good time for physicians to change their approach to patient engagement

Improvements in health literacy may lead to greater medication adherence

The three main areas where physicians can focus their billing practices.

In this installment of Five Minute Practice Fix, Neil Baum, MD, explains how physicians should handle telehealth appointments with patient in a courteous manner.

How can physicians help senior patients feel comfortable using telemedicine?

With the number of LGBTQ+ families set to rise at historic rates in the near future, it’s time for physicians to make their practices more inclusive and welcoming to the specific needs of the community.

The new position paper lays out how electronic communication can be used thoughtfully and effectively.

The services and perks patients expect you to deliver.

Here are pros and cons primary care physicians should keep in mind while discussing fitness trackers with their patients.

If your patients are curious about medical cannabis and its benefits, here is guidance on how to answer common questions.

How physicians can deal with the growing problem of family conflict in the exam room.

Survey shows patients don’t feel that their doctors are rushing them through appointments

Physicians and other providers can improve the situation by ensuring effective patient relations

Patients are frustrated with billing practices and want more transparency

When developing a consumer engagement strategy today, a major trend for physicians is the use of video to engage and empower patients.

Details on a home healthcare project that's improving patient adherence

A look at some of the new ways to get patients more involved in their care

By using a telehealth platform, a South Carolina practice has enhanced patient communication and workflow

Information is certainly not going to slow down, so doctors should come up with a plan to keep up so they are ready to have informed conversations with patients.

From booking first appointments to follow-ups and final billing, providers should consider how they can make the patient experience better. 

What patients want is a single and rewarding patient experience across all touchpoints, which can be best achieved by following these hybrid communication best practices.