Why have we included a section on ‘patient empowerment’?
People talk about ‘patient empowerment’ to the extent that it sometimes runs the risk of losing its meaning. So what does it mean? Does ‘power’ corrupt? And, how can patients use ‘power’ to work with health professionals to get the best possible care?
Also, what is ‘patient choice’ in reality? What choice do patients actually have and how can patients work closer with their doctors to review all the most relevant options?
There will be further articles and top tips for selecting the best hospitals, measuring doctor performance and the hazards of not reading the small print when it comes to private medical insurance (PMI).
