It’s the second anniversary of HealthCommunicationPartners.com. We’ve been celebrating in a few different ways, and today I wanted to write to you. This is because so much has happened in Year 2, thanks largely to you! So I want to share some highlights, some surprises…and some exciting announcements as we begin Year 3. Highlights Hearing your […]
Infographic: 5 Interprofessional Communication Tips
Communicating well with professionals in and beyond your usual sphere is an important topic. And it’s close to my heart. Like many of you, I do it every day. Last week, I was in New York City. I’d been invited back to Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, and the Region 2 Public Health Training […]
Curious about your communication? 5 quick ways to self-assess
I’ve recently taught three classes about communication in healthcare. They were for different groups – physicians, clinical and clerical staff, and public health. Yet there was one consistent challenge across all participants: stopping to take a good, clear look at their own communication. Today, I thought I’d ask you a question I asked in my […]
Addressing Implicit Bias Audiobook Bundle
There are subtle ways our everyday language can unintentionally disadvantage certain social or cultural groups. What’s more, ordinary institutional policies and practices can unwittingly reflect bias. But there are research-based steps you can take, right now. Addressing Implicit Bias Audiobook Bundle Based in decades of research on bias in language and policy, these materials […]
Another free webinar! Building BRIDGES to Communicate with Multi-Sector Partners (Pt 2)
On September 10, I’m proud to offer you another FREE, LIVE webinar on communication in multi-sector collaborations, thanks to Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, and the Region 2 Public Health Training Center. “Building BRIDGES to Communicate with Multi-Sector Partners” Free! Click here to register This webinar is second in a series designed to […]
Communication when the patient (or parent) is a provider
We’re celebrating the 2nd anniversary of HealthCommunicationPartners.com. One of the wonderful facets of my work is the people I get to meet. Recently, I interviewed Dr. Ann Ancona from Kent State University for 10 Minutes to Better Patient Communication. Dr. Ancona talked about a specific communication challenge she faces as a provider and an educator: […]
