Fitting in the world: The role structural stigma plays in the lives of persons with obesity
Published August 16, 2021
This paper explores the how individual patients experience structural stigma using a phenomenological qualitative approach.
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This commentary submitted by Patient Experience Journal (PXJ) Associate Editor begins with a simple observation: sometimes, in our effort to measure everything, we miss what’s right in front of us. We look up at the data but fail to notice the larger shape taking form above it, something tall, quiet, and graceful that changes how
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PX Pulse: Consumer Perspectives on Patient Experience in the U.S. – November 2023
Published November 7, 2023
The latest release of PX Pulse reveals the items of greatest importance to healthcare consumers remain consistent from the previous quarter, but perspectives on the quality of care and overall experience saw the lowest scores in the last two years. This issue also explores the critical issues of trust, provider relationships and providing feedback to
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Unleashing Collective Potential: The Power of Team-Based Leader Rounding in Elevating Patient Care
Published November 19, 2024
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center faced a decline in patient experience scores, reaching the 50th percentile by 2022 due to inconsistent leader rounding and lack of focus on improvements. In 2024, the center revamped its rounding program by involving non-clinical and ancillary leaders, focusing on structure, support, and connections. This approach included protected time
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