About Quote by Donald Berwick
“We have really good data that show when you take patients and you really inform them about their choices, patients make more frugal choices. They pick more efficient choices than the health care system does.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Healthcare Quality Discussion, Donald Berwick, date unknown
When patients are fully informed about options, they tend to choose more cost‑effective and efficient care, reducing waste.
In simple terms: Informed patients pick cheaper, better choices.
Key Takeaway
Provide clear information.
Themes
healthcare
patient empowerment
cost efficiency
Mood
analytical
optimistic
Type
practical
informative
When to use this quote
- doctor‑patient consultations
- policy design
- patient education programs
Key Concepts
shared decision making
behavioral economics
clinical outcomes
Questions to Reflect On
- What information most influences patient choices?
- How can we ensure equitable access to options?
A Different Perspective
Patients may lack resources to act on information, limiting impact.
