Building Trust in the Absence of Certainty: Community as Trust in Action
Published August 6, 2026
This personal narrative explores how trust is experienced and sustained in the context of serious illness, where uncertainty is persistent and control is limited. Drawing on the lived experience of caregiving for a child with an undiagnosed congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), this personal narrative examines how trust emerges not as a matter of belief or individual choice, but as something recognized through the actions of others.
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National Human Experience Movement Led by SOBREXP in Brazil
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Complimentary – Discover the inspiring journey of Brazil’s National Movement in Human Experience, led by SOBREXP, the Brazilian Society of Patient Experience and Person Centered Care. Learn about the timeline, strategies, challenges, and key achievements that have shaped this groundbreaking effort to elevate the human experience. Speakers: • Carla Ledo, RN, MBA, CPXP | President,
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While rounding is a well-established practice in acute care, ambulatory leaders continue to voice the need for similar approaches in outpatient settings. Rounding, whether with patients, staff, or both, can play a vital role in improving communication, engagement, and overall experience. Join the Ambulatory Care Community for a conversation on current rounding practices in ambulatory
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