Discussion Post: The Research Area of Biostatistics
The Institute of Medicine stated that patient-centered care refers to "providing care that is respectful of, and responsive to, individual patient preferences, needs and values, and ensuring that patient values guide all clinical decisions." Patient-centric care is also a collaborative approach between the patient and the healthcare team. There are a number of technologies that are considered patient-centric such as patient portals and EHR; however, there may be challenges from both the patient and the healthcare worker's perspective.
Validate the importance of patient-centric technologies.
Include the following aspects in the discussion:
• Discuss if your doctor's office utilizes a patient portal. If so, discuss the pros and cons of utilizing it.
• If your doctor's office does not utilize a patient portal, what is the process of viewing your medical records, making appointments, communicating with your providers, etc.?
• What can be done to reduce resistance by healthcare professionals in reference to patient-centric technologies?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.