A Conversation with Jennifer Purdy, Executive Director, Patient Experience at the Veteran’s Experience Office
Published July 1, 2022
Jennifer Purdy, Executive Director of Patient Experience at the Veteran’s Experience Office shares the importance of remaining aligned with and staying true to the mission of serving those who have served. She emphasizes the importance of understanding who the human being is behind the veteran and ensuring that staff feel empowered to find ways to meaningfully connect to improve the overall collective experience for veterans.
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