Patient Education
Back Patient Education UpToDate offers two levels of content for patients : The Basics are short overviews. They are written in accordance with plain language principles and answer the four or five most important questions a person might have about a medical problem. Beyond the Basics are longer, more detailed reviews.
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Latest Patient Education Resources
Stay on top of the latest developments related to patient education . Browse the AMA's patient education resources, full of information and tools that physicians can share with their patients , including educational handouts for patients and other patient education materials.
Learn how to improve communication and participation in healthcare decisions with patients and families. Find resources for healthcare professionals and patients to develop easy-to-understand materials, use health literacy strategies, and ask questions.
Useful Notes on Patient Education
Patient Education Sheets (PES) bridge these gaps by providing easy-to-understand information about a wide range of cancer treatments, helping patients and caregivers navigate treatment with confidence.
Learn how to access easy-to-understand medical information and resources from Johns Hopkins. Find Emmi ® programs, living well and healthy baby guides, patient safety tips and more.
What Are the Best Strategies for Patient Education
Learn how to tailor your patient education to different learning styles, communicate clearly and empathetically, and use the teach-back method. This article also covers health literacy and cultural sensitivity in nursing practice.
Patient education classes cover a wide array of health subjects. They are conducted by the Barbara Woodward Lips Patient Education Resource Center and available virtually nationwide and in person at the center in Rochester, Minnesota. Classes are free to Mayo Clinic patients , though to participate in a video education visit, you'll need to set up a Patient Online Services account. Each class ...
Choosing effective patient education materials
Learn how to plan and deliver patient education that fits your patient's needs, preferences, and learning style. Find out about different types of resources and tools, and how to select and use them effectively.
About Patient & Community Education In Patient & Community Education , health education specialists collaborate with MSK's expert healthcare providers to provide people with accurate, reliable information to empower them to participate in their health. Through our virtual library, you can access written information, videos, and webcasts.