At the center of everything we do
Our focus on patients and their families starts with our mission: Our patients and their families are at the center of everything we do.
Patient-family care at Tufts Medical Center brings the perspectives of patients and families directly into the planning, delivery and evaluation of health care. The goal is to achieve the best out- comes for patients through a closer, more collaborative relationship between the health care professionals and the patient and family. This approach applies to patients of all ages and is practiced in all health care settings at Tufts Medical Center.
How the Patient and Family Advisory Council works
Beginning in the fall of 2010, Tufts Medical Center started incorporating the patient and family care experience into all aspects of care and services. Six patients and/or family members have been selected to participate in our inaugural council with four Tufts Medical Center staff members. They represent all areas of care and our patient demographics.
Our Patient and Family Advisory Council takes the viewpoints of patients and families and directly influences the planning, delivery, and evaluation of health care. The goal is to achieve the best outcomes for patients through a closer, more mutual, shared relationship between the health care professionals and patient and families.
