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How Dental Assistants, Medical Assistants, and Pharmacy Technicians Improve Patient Education

Northwest Suburban College

Empowering patients through education is a crucial aspect of providing comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare. Effective patient education promotes understanding, encourages engagement in healthcare decisions, and fosters a stronger provider-patient relationship.

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Three Words that Cause Harm: "Bone on Bone"

Sensible Medicine

Since orthopedics and cardiology so often share patients, I’ve come to think the phrase “bone-on-bone” to describe arthritis may be one of most harmful three words in all of medicine. Patient education is crucial. As physicians, we must be mindful of discussing OA with our patients. I love his piece.)

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Effective Follow-up Procedures for Patient Care as a Dental Administrative Assistant

Northwest Career College

As a Dental Administrative Assistant, your role ensures every clinic patient has an excellent customer service experience. In addition to properly preparing for upcoming patient visits, you must effectively follow up with patients after their appointments.

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3 strategies to improve your credit balances management 

Health Prime

Monitoring credit balances and following best practices in the organization can help avoid financial risks. Educate and communicate with patients Educating patients about their financial responsibilities and providing transparent communication regarding billing procedures can significantly reduce credit balances.

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In Demand Career Spotlight: Pediatric Medical Assistant

ACI Medical & Dental School

A Pediatric Medical Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting both pediatricians and patients in a clinical setting. They provide essential support in patient education, preparing young patients and their parents for examinations and treatments, and ensuring a comforting environment.

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The Importance of Nurses Educating Patients and 10 Ways to Improve Patient Education

DropStat

The importance of nurses educating patients is well known and documented in studies showing that patient education results in greater patient compliance and leads to better health outcomes. Moreover, healthcare is increasingly shifting towards patient- and consumer-centered healthcare.

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Nurse Finds Her Passion as Nurse Educator

Minority Nurse

While there was a lot to learn on the job, the education I received provided a foundation I used to excel clinically. It was not long before I started picking up per diem job opportunities to explore and broaden my horizons as a nurse. While working this job, I received my MSN in Nurse Education at Chamberlain University.