Overview
Healthcare access and patient experience are critical components of a functional healthcare system. Access ensures that individuals can receive necessary medical services, while patient experience reflects the quality of those services. Understanding the barriers to access and improving patient expe...
Key Terms
Example: Healthcare access can be limited by financial constraints.
Example: Patient experience includes interactions with doctors and nurses.
Example: Transportation issues can be a barrier to access.
Example: Surveys are often used to gauge patient satisfaction.
Example: Equity ensures that all patients receive the same quality of care.
Example: Patient-centered care involves shared decision-making.
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intermediateKey Concepts
Equity in healthcarePatient satisfactionBarriers to accessQuality of care