Words Matter: Transforming Care Through Better Communication
Published July 8, 2025
In this episode of To Care Is Human, Terri Ipsen talks with Susan Osborne about the power of words in healthcare. Based on her PX blog, “What to say instead of…,” Susan shares practical tips and real examples of how small language changes can ease anxiety, build trust, and improve patient experience. Learn how intentional communication can make a lasting difference in patient care across all healthcare settings.
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Words Matter: Transforming Care Through Better Communication