Research shows how patient involvement can improve healthcare quality

Patient involvement can significantly improve health outcomes and efficiency, according to new research from the Health Foundation.

Patient-focused interventions: a review of the evidencecollates and analyses published evidence from the last eight years on patient involvement initiatives from around the world. It is a definitive guide to what does and does not work, ranging from patient choice through to self-care and shared decision-making.

Angela Coulter, lead author of the report and chief executive of Picker Institute Europe, says: 'While there is enthusiasm for patient engagement and evidence that it can improve health outcomes, the [health] sector appears slow to adopt and implement these proven strategies.'

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