Question

The typical relationship of patient to physician used to be one of deference to a more knowledgeable authority. Why is it now critically important for patients take a more proactive role in their medical care? What role does the EHR play in the patient/physician interaction?

Answer 1

Patient taking a more proactive role in their medical care helps in:

Clinician havy easy assessment on patients health

Reduction in chances of getting medical errors

Patient gains more confidence in their treatment

Patient feels secured

Coordination with integration of patient care

Patient gains more knowledge so it helps in early prognosis

Patient gets emotional support so that he feels that he is a part of his intervention

patient empowerment and patient centered communication

Role of EHR in patient physician interaction:

Improves quality of healthcare

Improves efficiency of healthcare

enhances patient adherence to treatment

Increase patient rapport with clinician

Increases patient trust with treatment

Improves patient/ physician satisfaction