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FEATURE STORY Every chiropractor values high quality care for patients. But the notion of care doesn’t end with your clinical skills. A practitioner’s bedside manner and friendly, efficient clinic staff can The case for providing excellent patient be just as experiences is clear — happy, relaxed important. patients are more engaged and more THE POWER OF DATA • MEASURE YOUR STAFF’S EXPERIENCES • HAVE A PROFESSIONAL MORNING ROUTINE • GET BUY-IN FOR CHANGES • DON’T PHONE IT IN • DELIVER COMPLETE AND ACCURATE MESSAGES AT THE RIGHT TIME • SEND APPOINTMENT REMINDERS • STREAMLINE YOUR CHECK-IN PROCESS • COMMUNICATION IS THE FOUNDATION • BUILD SUPPORTS FOR SELF-MANAGEMENT • DILIGENTLY APPLY EVIDENCE-BASED CARE • ADDRESS THE PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF CHRONIC PAIN • GET PROACTIVE WITH PREVENTATIVE CARE FOR SENIORS • REACH BEYOND THE CLINIC THROUGH VOLUNTEERING • REDISCOVER THE JOY OF CHIROPRACTIC! adherent, and their clinical outcomes are better. There is also a strong business case, as patient experiences are linked to financial performance, malpractice risk, patient loyalty, employee satisfaction, and staff turnover. A modern understanding of high quality care means providing an excellent patient experience before anyone even walks through the door. This article will highlight 15 STR ATEG IE S that can help you improve the patient experiences your clinic offers. www.chiropractic.on.ca 9