by Melanie Herron | Jan 23, 2017 | Blog
The goal for years has been to help patients become more active in their healthcare planning. As patients become more partner-like, the expectations they have of their healthcare team increases. While some expectations are wants, such as an attractive office and free...
by Melanie Herron | Oct 24, 2016 | Blog
The desire for recognition is not a new concept. It is a fundamental human need to feel appreciated for the work that we do. Yet, according to Gallup, 70% of Americans feel unhappy, uninspired and less engaged at work. There is a direct link between employee...
by Melanie Herron | Nov 14, 2014 | Blog
The correlation between providing quality patient care and high patient satisfaction has come into question recently. With nearly 1,500 hospitals penalized under Medicare’s quality incentive program, hospitals have a renewed focus on providing excellence. However,...
by Melanie Herron | Aug 15, 2014 | Blog
Employees, services, and outcome should mirror the intent of any facility, and that’s to deliver an excellent patient experience. Think about it: a patient isn’t coming to you because they like the paintings on the wall, for stimulating conversation or even because...
by Melanie Herron | Aug 8, 2014 | Blog
Even though doctors and patients these days seem to be surrounded by technology, the foundation of medicine stems from face-to-face interaction. The heart and soul of healthcare lies in human contact, genuine concern, and empathy. However, in the digital age where...
