Uplifting the Human Side of Healthcare

16 June 2023 Uplifting the Human Side of Healthcare Chronically The Patient Empowerment Newsletter Roi Shternin PAs and NPs: The Unsung Heroes o

16 June 2023 Uplifting the Human Side of Healthcare Chronically The Patient Empowerment Newsletter

Roi Shternin

PAs and NPs: The Unsung Heroes of Healthcare

While doctors often take center stage, it's time to shine the spotlight on Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) - the unsung heroes making a huge impact behind the scenes.

Patients increasingly fall head over heels for the personalized care PAs and NPs provide. Their extensive medical knowledge plus a genuine patient-centric approach has proven they are not just supporting players, but integral members of the healthcare team.

PAs and NPs spend more quality time with patients than physicians, resulting in care that makes people feel truly heard, cared for, and seen as individuals. The research shows exceptional patient satisfaction.

To learn more about this game-changing shift, check out: "Comparison of Quality of Care by Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and Physicians Only for Patients"

Testing for Empathy: A Heartfelt Change

The medical field is shifting - good doctors are not just medical encyclopedias, but empathetic humans who understand feelings.

This change comes from testing empathy in medical school entrance exams. The findings? Empathy makes a huge difference in patient care. Understanding illness emotionally lets doctors provide comprehensive, human-centered care.

Let's dive into the landmark study on bringing human connection into medicine: "Empathy Decline and Its Reasons: A Systematic Review of Studies With Medical Students and Residents"

The Chronic Illness Stage: More Than a Metaphor

As a speaker with chronic illness, each day is improvised - I'm both the performer and the audience, toggling between my public and private struggles.

It sounds daunting, but there's an odd empowerment in such vulnerability. Sharing my experiences breaks stigma, bringing unheard stories into the spotlight to inspire compassion.

It's a complex journey with profound rewards. Feel