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How we support patients

We empower patients to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system with confidence. Our information and support help them gain a better understanding of the health system, which supports their engagement with healthcare organisations. By sharing their experiences and partnering with healthcare organisations, patients become catalysts for positive change, driving improvements in the overall patient experience.

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“I love the NHS, but…” Preventing needless harms caused by poor communication

We worked with Engage Britain and the PMA on a project that engaged nearly 2,000 members of the public, patients and staff to learn about their experiences of the NHS. The work found that poor NHS communication is one of the public’s biggest issues with the NHS. Read the report and its recommendations.
How can patient experience of diagnostic services be improved?

Patient choice and experience of diagnostic services varies across England and is worse for patients experiencing health inequalities. Time for joined up and integrated working, and a patient partnership approach to improve patient experience for all.
Patient information on elective surgical hubs

This short animation explains the potential benefits of having planned surgery at an elective surgical hub and guides you through the process.
Supporting the NHS to provide meal and snack time resources

Patients, service users, and family carers worked with us to provide recommendations for how NHS England can improve resources on promoting good mealtime practices in hospitals.

“I love the NHS, but…” Preventing needless harms caused by poor communication

We worked with Engage Britain and the PMA on a project that engaged nearly 2,000 members of the public, patients and staff to learn about their experiences of the NHS. The work found that poor NHS communication is one of the public’s biggest issues with the NHS. Read the report and its recommendations.
How can patient experience of diagnostic services be improved?

Patient choice and experience of diagnostic services varies across England and is worse for patients experiencing health inequalities. Time for joined up and integrated working, and a patient partnership approach to improve patient experience for all.
Patient information on elective surgical hubs

This short animation explains the potential benefits of having planned surgery at an elective surgical hub and guides you through the process.
Supporting the NHS to provide meal and snack time resources

Patients, service users, and family carers worked with us to provide recommendations for how NHS England can improve resources on promoting good mealtime practices in hospitals.
Supporting patient engagement and revitalising Patient Participation Groups

We have completed an exciting initiative in partnership with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) to support patient engagement and revitalise Patient Participation Groups post pandemic.
Patient engagement in medical technology policy making

The Patients Association and Coloplast UK partnered on a patient and carer engagement project in policy making of medical technologies for intimate healthcare. The project’s report makes five recommendations.
Importance of professionals’ English language proficiency on patient experience and safety

Health and care professionals’ ability to communicate in English is important for patients’ experience of care and to work in partnership with those caring for them. Read more about our work with the Health and Care Professions Council.
Supporting patient engagement and revitalising Patient Participation Groups

We have completed an exciting initiative in partnership with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) to support patient engagement and revitalise Patient Participation Groups post pandemic.
Patient information on elective surgical hubs

This short animation explains the potential benefits of having planned surgery at an elective surgical hub and guides you through the process.
Let us help you understand the patient point of view

We can help organisations understand patients’ experiences and the impact of healthcare on their day-to-day lives.

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