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Published: 11-03-2022 16:11

More satisfied clients The patient-centered approach is associated with higher patient satisfaction across countless fields of healthcare, from general practice to care for chronic conditions to inten

Published: 11-03-2022 16:02

Better treatment uptake and adherence When patients receive individualized care, are actively involved in decisions and in the management of their condition, and have family members who are engaged in

Published: 11-03-2022 15:47

Better outcomes Studies from across healthcare show that the person-centered approach leads to fewer symptoms, better recovery, improved emotional health and psychological well-being, and higher quali

In a country where 27.8 million people are estimated to have a hearing disability, the task of driving change is no small endeavor. Like in many other parts of the world, it’s been a common default in

Safe listening is the theme of World Hearing Day 2022 . While the primary role of hearing care professionals is to treat people who are already experiencing hearing loss, there are many good reasons w

A year ago, I got the news I had long been dreading: I met the criteria for cochlear implants (CIs). When I was first assessed five years ago, at 12 years old, I was so relieved when they said I wasn’

The ability to access and understand health information is fundamental for people to maintain their basic health. Yet more than 80 million Americans are estimated to have limited or low health literac

Where would we be without that person who makes our heart beat faster just by entering the room. The one who knows without us telling, who steadies us when we stumble, who thinks we’re amazing when we

Chronic tinnitus is estimated to affect up to 15% of the global population , with that number possibly on the rise due to Covid-19 . That makes tinnitus far more prevalent than many other chronic cond

For every person with hearing loss, is there a best ‘type’ of audiologist somewhere out there? The best possible match of a consumer’s needs and a professional’s personality, skills, and service? In m