The Institute of Medicine's Patients & Families report

The Institute of Medicine’s Patients & Families report emphasizes the importance of involving patients and their families in healthcare decisions. It recommends that healthcare providers actively listen, share information clearly, and respect patients' preferences and values. The goal is to create a collaborative relationship, ensuring care is patient-centered, safe, and designed around what matters most to each individual. This approach aims to improve overall health outcomes, patient satisfaction, and trust in the healthcare system by recognizing patients as active participants in their own care.