Clinical Story: Why the Patient is Key When Treating Chronic Conditions

Resource: The patient's "why" is key when encouraging better self-care and healthy living: Chris Jackson, MD (Video, 2:22)

Dr. Chris Jackson, internist, and University of TN College of Medicine faculty, explains why the patient is key when treating heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic conditions.

This aligns with Key Driver 5: Engage with Patients and Families in Evidence-Based Care and Quality Improvement.

Institution of origin:  Tennessee Heart Health Network

Permissions: Used with permission from the Tennessee Heart Health Network.

Acknowledgements: Tennessee Heart Health Network, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality EvidenceNOW Initiative.

Publication date: January 18, 2022