Patient Centered Healthcare | Community Health

Patient centered healthcare is an approach to healthcare that focuses on the patient's unique needs, values, and preferences, and involves treating patients with dignity and respect. This approach has been shown to improve health outcomes, increase patient satisfaction, and reduce healthcare costs. The concept of patient centered healthcare has been around for decades, but it has gained significant attention in recent years due to the growing recognition of its importance in improving the quality of healthcare. According to the Institute of Medicine, patient centered healthcare is one of the six aims for improving the healthcare system, along with safety, effectiveness, efficiency, equity, and timeliness. The World Health Organization (WHO) also emphasizes the importance of patient centered healthcare, stating that it is essential for achieving high-quality, people-centered healthcare. As of 2022, over 70% of healthcare organizations in the United States have implemented patient centered healthcare programs, resulting in a significant reduction in hospital readmissions and improved patient outcomes.