Why human-centered design is vital in healthcare research

Why human-centered design is vital in healthcare research

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A Nurse’s Path to Leadership: Why Human Connection Still Matters in Healthcare

By Kelley Smith, MPH, COO & Chief Clinical Officer, Envision Health LinkedIn: Kelley O. Smith, RN, MPH LinkedIn: Envision Health I still remember the moment that changed everything. As a nurse intern at Pontiac General Hospital, I was working on the psychiatric floor when I met a young man struggling with depression. He was hesitant to open up about his struggles, but I spent a long night with him, gradually building trust until he finally felt …