When a Patient Advocate isn’t YOUR Patient Advocate

When a Patient Advocate isn’t YOUR Patient Advocate

“When the world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.”- Malala Yousafzai When your loved one is getting medical attention, you want them to be taken care of by the healthcare system quickly, efficiently, and accurately.  Whether it’s an insurance question...
The Role of Patient Advocates in Patient-Centered Care

The Role of Patient Advocates in Patient-Centered Care

Rebecca Minkoff, in her LinkedIn article “Humanity in Business: Allow Your Personal Struggles To Inform Your Mission”, shares the story of an entrepreneur who was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer.  After chemo, surgery, and radiation, the patient realized her...
What to Say at a Doctor Appointment

What to Say at a Doctor Appointment

Going to the doctor can be intimidating.  It’s easy to let medical professionals create the momentum for your visit with you just along for the ride. Knowing what to say at a doctor appointment can make the difference between mediocre healthcare and optimal...
8 Tips to Sticking to a Medication Routine

8 Tips to Sticking to a Medication Routine

“Medication is not taken as prescribed 50 percent of the time.” – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Have you ever wondered if you took your medication as scheduled and just couldn’t remember for sure? You’re not alone. With all the busyness of life,...
How to Use Medication Safely and Effectively

How to Use Medication Safely and Effectively

“Medicines help us live longer and healthier.  But, taking them the wrong way or mixing certain drugs can be dangerous.  You need to be careful to keep track of your medicines and use them safely.” – National Institute on Aging  In the United States,...