Enhancing Patient Engagement and Improving Accessibility

EasyChair Preprint 13953

Abstract

In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, enhancing patient engagement and improving accessibility have emerged as critical factors in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Patient engagement refers to the active involvement of patients in their healthcare journey, empowering them to make informed decisions and participate in their care. Accessibility, on the other hand, pertains to ensuring that healthcare services and information are available and easily accessible to all individuals, regardless of physical, linguistic, cultural, or financial barriers.

This abstract explores the significance of enhancing patient engagement and accessibility in healthcare settings. It highlights the various strategies and technologies that can promote patient engagement, such as providing comprehensive health education, fostering shared decision-making, and leveraging digital tools like online portals and telemedicine. Additionally, it examines the different dimensions of accessibility, including physical, language, cultural, and digital aspects, and proposes solutions like universal design, interpretation services, and accessible technology to overcome these barriers.

By enhancing patient engagement and improving accessibility, healthcare organizations can reap numerous benefits. Patients who are actively engaged in their care experience improved health outcomes, increased satisfaction, and better communication with healthcare providers. Moreover, prioritizing accessibility ensures that individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying abilities can access healthcare services equitably, reducing healthcare disparities.

Keyphrases: Effective Communication, Enhanced communication, patient empowerment, patient understanding, patient-provider communication, trust building

@booklet{EasyChair:13953,
  author    = {Samon Daniel},
  title     = {Enhancing Patient Engagement and Improving Accessibility},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 13953},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2024}}