Patient Engagement Policy

In order to capitalize on patient engagement, medical organizations must understand the term, and how proactive patients directly and indirectly impact the revenue stream. Vincent Dumez, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal describes robust engagement policies as not just developing a patient-centric healthcare model, but welcoming patients into the care-team, giving them an integral role in their own medical care.

This version of care brings together all the stakeholders, health care professionals, families, caregivers and patients in a partnership that informs treatment plans. The holistic approach drives better decision-making processes that are more responsive to patient needs, respect privacy and empower autonomy without compromising