Elevating Patient Involvement and Experience in Health Care

Dr. Sarah Thordsen, a noninvasive cardiologist and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, will share insights and resources for clinical approaches that prioritize patient-centered care, focusing on cardiovascular health.

Brandy Wilson, a Patient Family Partner who experienced a cardiac event just days after the birth of her third child, will offer a powerful, firsthand account of navigating the health care system as a patient, shedding light on the emotional and practical aspects of patient care.

Lora Ham, a Quality Improvement R.N. for the University of Alabama School of Public Health, will speak about the Postpartum Awareness Bracelet program and the Emergency Department SPEED Pass. These innovative approaches can streamline patient care, reduce wait times, and improve postpartum patient experience and health outcomes in emergency settings and beyond.