Deploy tools that are essential to the office and alchemy of healing

Journal Title: The Journal of Health Design - Year 2016, Vol 1, Issue 3

Abstract

A simple change to the primary care consultation room can have a significant impact on the patient experience. Simply by having patients sit in the “big chair” typically reserved for the general practitioner puts the patient at the centre of attention, making both a physical and psychological impact.

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Moyez Jiwa

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  • EP ID EP364242
  • DOI 10.21853/JHD.2016.18
  • Views 155
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Moyez Jiwa (2016). Deploy tools that are essential to the office and alchemy of healing. The Journal of Health Design, 1(3), 6-8. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-364242