But the challenge does not end there. Hospital policies and dissemination of information about participating in care can have a significant impact on the process. Embracing family-centered care enables physicians to return to those core values. Concerns with cost and delivery problems are taking their toll as well. Sodomka concludes that there is a message for CEOs too.
Good values lead to increased patient satisfaction and better quality of care.
Better care leads to better business. Both messages are compelling.