Judith Hibbard

Judith Hibbard is a prominent researcher in the field of health policy and patient engagement. She is known for her work on health literacy and patient activation, which refers to the degree to which individuals are informed, skilled, and motivated to manage their own health care. Her research emphasizes the importance of empowering patients to take an active role in their health decisions, improving health outcomes and satisfaction. Hibbard has developed tools and measures to assess how engaged patients are, helping healthcare providers better support them in navigating their care.