Patient-Oriented Cohort System to Educate and Encourage Clinical Communications

Abstract

The patient centered movement must drive a culture change that involves both providers and patients to be fully effective. To better engage the patient side of the equation, patients themselves need data in a format that can be easily digested and understood. Tools such as the Patient Centered Medical Zone could set an example for how to present data that helps to engage patients in their own health and care. Such tools should: