Your relationship with your nurse can have a huge impact on your health, comfort and happiness. Nurses provide more than TLC – they are also responsible for much of the healthcare you receive while in the hospital. Although doctors prescribe medications, order tests, interpret results and make treatment decisions, it is up to the nurses […]
Patient Empowerment Blog
Radiology Diagnostic Errors Are Surprisingly High
Unfortunately, radiology diagnostic errors are surprisingly high, which can lead to patient harm. Radiologists play a crucial role in the diagnostic process, but you likely will never even learn the name of the radiologist working on your case. You, and your doctor, put enormous trust in the pathologist’s opinion. But what if the radiologist makes […]
Majority of Patients Don’t Understand Discharge Instructions
When your doctor discharges you from the hospital, the last thing you want is to end up back in the hospital. It makes sense that for the best outcome and to reduce your chances of a readmission, you need to follow your doctor’s instructions and understand what steps you must take for follow-up care. However, […]
