15 Jun UNSAFE HOSPITAL DISCHARGE?
Have you experienced a hospital discharge in which you felt uniformed? Do you want to avoid re-admission? Medical Advocacy Plus guides you to safety. ...
Elder Care
14 May HEALTH CHALLENGES?
Do you need help with navigating through the complex healthcare system? A patient advocate can help you engage in your health to make informed decisions. ...
23 Dec The Covid-19 Vaccine: Questions and Concerns
Posted at 02:54h
in COVID-19, Diagnosis Education, Elder Care, Medical Navigation, Wellness and Prevention
Looking forward to 2021, most of us are hoping for a healthy year and to be COVID-19 free. It looks like we have a few more months to battle the virus....
29 Jul What is a Patient Advocate?
Posted at 10:20h
in COVID-19, Diagnosis Education, Elder Care, Medical Navigation, Wellness and Prevention
When I tell people I'm a patient advocate, they smile and say, that's nice! But…what is that? Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed with information and questions regarding your healthcare? You are not alone. Two common scenarios arise: First, life is...
25 Jul Why Did I Choose To Be A Patient Advocate
Posted at 00:05h
in COVID-19, Diagnosis Education, Elder Care, Medical Navigation, Wellness and Prevention
My first job out of college was a disaster. Following my graduate degree in speech pathology, I moved out of state for my first job. My supervision during my clinical fellowship year was subpar. I felt I was grinding out evaluations and therapy to get the daily...
22 May Medical care during covid-19: What to expect at your next medical appointment
Posted at 01:40h
in COVID-19, Diagnosis Education, Elder Care, Medical Navigation, Wellness and Prevention
As a patient advocate, it is essential to know what factors can impede your health. It is the job of your patient advocate to provide you with the support and education to improve your health and empower you to make informed decisions. Today, we...
08 May PROMOTING EQUITY IN HEALTHCARE
As a patient advocate, it is essential to know what factors can impede your health. It is the job of your patient advocate to provide you with the support and education to improve your health and empower you to make informed decisions. Today, we...
25 Apr Social Isolation, Loneliness and Anxiety
Feeling lonely and anxious during the COVID-19 pandemic has become more prevalent due to the social distancing and self-quarantining restrictions. Uncertainty of the coronavirus outcomes causes anxiety, fear, and stress....
21 Apr Why Hire a Patient Advocate?
Posted at 19:32h
in Diagnosis Education, Diet and Your Health, Elder Care, Medical Navigation, Stress and Your Health
An independent advocate is someone who helps you and/or your family navigate through challenging medical issues. As your patient advocate, we can help you in the following ways:...
15 Apr COVID-19: Advanced Directives
Posted at 22:19h
in Diagnosis Education, Diet and Your Health, Elder Care, Medical Navigation, Stress and Your Health
The discussion of whether you should create your advanced directives has been a topic that may not be at the forefront of your mind. However, with the current public health pandemic of COVID-19, it is something everyone should consider keeping in their medical toolkit....
