Patient Advocacy for Dummies - by Nichole Davis (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Don't let the medical system push you around--empower yourself to take the lead

Feel more in control of your medical care and learn how to be your own advocate with Patient Advocacy For Dummies! Managing your own health care--or a loved one's--can be daunting, especially if you are diagnosed with a serious illness. This book helps you weigh all the treatments, make decisions, and speak up for yourself when you need to. You'll get advice on asking challenging questions in a way that will get the information you need from medics, nurses, doctors, and other health care professionals. You deserve to understand your options and choose the path that's right for you. Take charge of your health care and feel empowered to partner with health care providers to achieve the best possible results.

• Prepare yourself to make the most out of consultations with health care providers
• Take responsibility for your care or the care of a loved one by partnering with medical professionals
• Learn how to talk to doctors and ask questions to get the answers that you are looking for
• Understand your treatment options and stand up for yourself if something doesn't seem right

This book is a valuable tool for anyone who uses the healthcare system, especially those who need a high level of care from multiple providers and specialists.

From the Back Cover

Take control of your health once and for all

Patient Advocacy For Dummies is an easy-to-follow guide for people doing their best to manage their own health care - or a loved one's - in the face of medical challenges. You'll learn how to weigh treatment decisions, ask constructive questions, and speak up for yourself when necessary. This book walks you through your options and shows you exactly how to ask the right questions and advocate for yourself and your loved ones, with confidence. Patient Advocacy For Dummies empowers you to partner with your healthcare providers and achieve the best possible results.

Inside...

• Help an ill loved one
• Make informed health decisions
• Ask effective questions
• Understand treatment options
• Advocate for yourself
• Get the medical answers you need
• Take control of your health
• Prevent medical errors

About the Author

Nichole Davis, DHA, MPH, BCPA is a patient advocacy champion and the founder of Wayfinder Patient Advocates. Her organization offers clients the education, tools, resources, and support they need to regain their power as patients, find their voice in health conversations, and navigate the healthcare systems efficiently.