This course offers a comprehensive exploration of patient-centered care through the lens of journey-based thinking. Participants will learn how to map patient experiences, identify fragmentation risks, and apply empathy-driven design strategies to improve safety and outcomes. Through practical tools, real-world scenarios, and structured frameworks, learners will be equipped to transform healthcare delivery by focusing on what truly matters to patients. Whether you’re a clinician, administrator, educator, or quality improvement specialist, this course empowers you to break down silos, engage patients as partners, and implement sustainable, safety-focused improvements across the care continuum.
What you'll learn
Define the patient journey and apply journey-based thinking to healthcare challenges
Use mapping tools and templates to visualize patient experiences and emotions
Identify and mitigate risks associated with fragmented and siloed care
Apply empathy mapping to uncover hidden safety threats and design improvements
Improve transitions and handoffs using structured communication frameworks
Measure patient-centered outcomes using PROMs and PREMs
Build and sustain a culture of safety beyond compliance
Engage patients and families as active partners in care design
Implement journey-based improvements using Lean, PDSA cycles, and stakeholder strategie