by Meredith Hurston | Feb 19, 2012 | Patient Safety, Quality
Do you have an agenda? I recently came across an article on the doctor and patient relationship as told from the perspective of Dr. J. Blake Long (Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center). He provides an insightful narrative on the changing nature of the doctor and patient...
by Meredith Hurston | Nov 20, 2011 | Mens Health, Patient Safety, Quality, Womens Health
The Empowered Mocha Patient is all about fostering a lifestyle of involvement in your own health care, successful disease management & prevention of disease by taking proactive measures. Therefore, this week, I want to share some tips on the importance of a...
by Meredith Hurston | Nov 16, 2011 | Patient Safety, Quality
I think it’s safe to say that we all have taken a prescription medication or over-the-counter remedy at some point in life. Many of us are fortunate to only take something as needed, but then there are those of us who require medication on a daily basis. Regardless of...
by Meredith Hurston | Nov 6, 2011 | Patient Safety, Quality
Issue 2 You Need an Advocate! There are times when you, a family member or close friend may need to visit the Doctor for something other than a routine physical, or even require hospitalization. This can cause feelings of fear and anxiety for the patient, as a result,...