A Global Perspective on Elevating the Human Experience in Healthcare

This white paper from The Beryl Institute’s Global Council brings together powerful insights and personal accounts from individuals around the world who are dedicated to advancing the conversation on human experience in healthcare. Featuring contributions from practitioners across nine countries, the paper offers a diverse and compelling look at how different nations have responded to the call to prioritize human experience—particularly in the face of the global COVID-19 pandemic. These international perspectives highlight both the challenges and innovations that emerged during this unprecedented time, demonstrating how focusing on experience can drive meaningful outcomes for patients, families, and care teams. The paper serves as both a reflection and a call to action, encouraging continued global collaboration in shaping a more compassionate, connected healthcare system.
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