Engaging patients and public
The Miscarriage Association encourages healthcare providers to make positive use of patient and public experiences, thoughts and feedback.
When handled well, in an atmosphere of good listening and mutual respect, an open exchange of views and information can help to improve patient care and/or to resolve unhappiness or complaints. This will benefit not only patients but also healthcare providers who want to provide the best care that they can.
Feedback can be via:
- Written communications
- Face to face meetings between patient and staff/manager
- Meetings with the PALS team
- Patient participation in groups such as Maternity Liaison Committees
- Talks to staff/students
- Consultation with patient groups on specific issues, such as care pathways, certification etc.
- By signing up to, or visiting Care Opinion – the online opportunity to read and respond to patient feedback.
If you would like to discuss how to involve patients in improving patient care, please feel free to contact us.