Patients must take an active role in advocating for their own health and well-being.

In this episode of the Straight Out of Health IT podcast, Nancy J. Lewis, president of Progressive Techniques Incorporated, discusses patient advocacy, self-empowerment in healthcare, and the importance of personal responsibility for health. Her personal experiences with healthcare made her realize the importance of advocating for herself and ensuring her concerns were addressed. However, those experiences also showed her healthcare professionals sometimes lack the emotional intelligence and sensitivity needed to understand their patients’ needs fully.

Nancy stresses the importance of asking questions, seeking second opinions, and being proactive about understanding medical results. She also highlights that patients should take personal accountability for their health by improving diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices. Physicians, she notes, should be patient and provide clear information to help patients make informed decisions.

Nancy also talks about her company, Progressive Techniques Incorporated, which focuses on management development training, emotional intelligence, leadership, diversity, and inclusion. She emphasizes the importance of faith, positivity, and surrounding oneself with uplifting people. Finally, she urges listeners to be their best advocates, stressing the significance of taking charge of one's health.

Tune in as we explore the power of asking the right questions, taking control of your health journey, and how emotional intelligence can transform patient care!