Dignity in Care
The Human Side of Medicine
(Author) Harvey Max ChochinovDignity in Care aims to provide readers with what they need to know about the humanity of care and the tone of care; and how they can engage in these facets of care in a thoughtful and meaningful way that will satisfy their patients' needs to be seen and appreciated as "whole persons." The author will explore how the humanity of care can get overlooked and how to avoid this happening. It will teach how to communicate better with patients, helping them to feel not just cared for, but cared about.
Harvey Max Chochinov
Harvey Max Chochinov is a Canadian psychiatrist and author known for his groundbreaking work on dignity in end-of-life care. His book "Dignity Therapy" has revolutionized palliative care by emphasizing the importance of preserving patients' dignity. Chochinov's compassionate and insightful writing style has made him a respected voice in the field of literature and medicine.