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Patient-Centered Care

Meaning

Patient-Centered Care is a model of healthcare delivery that prioritizes the individual patient’s unique needs, preferences, values, and desired outcomes as the core focus of all clinical decisions. This approach moves beyond simply treating a disease to considering the whole person, fostering a therapeutic alliance between the patient and the clinical team. Effective implementation requires clear communication, shared decision-making, and a holistic understanding of the patient’s lifestyle and social context. In hormonal health, this means tailoring complex hormone regimens to align with the patient’s personal wellness goals and tolerance for risk.