The Care Partner Program at the Women Wellness and Research Center recognizes the importance of having a trusted support system, which is why it encourages the involvement of family members or friends as care partners. By empowering loved ones to actively participate in a woman's healthcare journey, the program ensures that patients receive the emotional support, encouragement, and companionship they need. Care partners - whether family members or friends - are trained to assist with navigating medical appointments, providing daily care, and offering crucial emotional support, helping to create a holistic and nurturing environment for women as they work toward better health and well-being.
The Women Wellness and Research Center is proud to announce the introduction of its Advanced Care Planning program, designed to help women make informed decisions about their healthcare preferences for the future. This initiative offers personalized consultations, providing guidance on topics such as end-of-life care, living wills, and healthcare proxies. With the support of expert counselors, women can create a clear, thoughtful plan that reflects their values and wishes, ensuring that their healthcare choices are respected, even in times of illness or incapacity. The Advanced Care Planning program empowers women to take control of their health journey, fostering peace of mind and confidence in their healthcare decisions.
The Women Wellness and Research Center is excited to announce the implementation of Bedside Shift Reporting, a new approach designed to enhance communication and ensure the highest level of care for our patients. This initiative allows healthcare providers to discuss and update patient care plans directly at the bedside during shift changes, ensuring that patients are informed, involved, and aware of their treatment plans. By improving communication between healthcare teams and patients, Bedside Shift Reporting fosters a more collaborative, transparent, and patient-centered care environment. This initiative underscores our commitment to providing exceptional, personalized care and empowering women in their healthcare experience.
The Women Wellness and Research Center is proud to introduce Shared Decision-Making Tools and Processes, including resources like personalized Birth Plans, to empower women in making informed choices about their healthcare. This initiative encourages active collaboration between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring that women are fully involved in decisions about their treatment, care options, and outcomes. Through tools like the Birth Plan, women can express their preferences, goals, and values for their care in a clear and structured way, fostering a deeper sense of control and confidence in their healthcare journey. This approach emphasizes the importance of open communication, mutual respect, and personalized care to create the best possible experience for every woman.
At WWRC, we are dedicated to fostering transparency and promoting active patient involvement in their care through Patient Access to Medical Records. This process allows patients or their authorized representatives the opportunity to view and contribute to their medical records during hospitalization. By providing access to their electronic medical records, we empower patients, families, and care partners to better understand the course of treatment, medical conditions, and care plans. With the guidance and support of qualified healthcare professionals, this initiative enhances communication and ensures patients have the information they need to make informed decisions about their care.
