Ep 89: Navigating the Hospital with Dr. Monique Nugent: Improving Patient Care & Communication

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Monique S. Nugent, MD, MPH, a seasoned hospitalist and physician leader in the Boston metro area, to explore the complexities of patient care and communication in hospital settings. With a career dedicated to improving safety, quality, equity, and patient experience, Dr. Nugent shares her expertise on how patients can better prepare for hospital stays and advocate for themselves during their time in care.

We delve into her book, Prescription for Admission: A Doctor’s Guide to Navigating the Hospital, Advocating for Yourself, and Having a Better Hospitalization, which provides an inside look at hospital care. Dr. Nugent explains how her book serves as a practical guide for both patients and their families, offering tips on improving communication with healthcare providers and addressing mental health concerns that may arise during hospitalization.
www.drmoniquenugent.com

Key topics include:

• Effective communication between doctors and patients
• How to advocate for yourself during a hospital stay
• Understanding the role of family support in patient care
• Navigating the complexities of the healthcare system
• Mental health challenges in hospital settings
• Preparing for hospital stays and feeling empowered as a patient

Dr. Nugent’s wealth of experience—from medical school at Loma Linda University to her time as a Commonwealth Fund Fellow at Harvard—offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to better understand hospital care. Whether you're planning for an upcoming hospital stay or want to be more informed about your healthcare, this episode provides actionable advice to improve your hospital experience.
You can buy her book here: https://amzn.to/47S1m7B
Follow Dr. Nugent on Instagram here: @the_happiest_hospitalist

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1. Ep 89: Navigating the Hospital with Dr. Monique Nugent: Improving Patient Care & Communication (00:00:00)

2. Physician-Patient Communication and Challenges (00:00:05)

3. Improving Hospital Communication Skills (00:06:38)

4. Navigating Healthcare Options and Planning (00:19:36)

5. Physician-Patient Boundaries and Communication (00:31:10)

6. Physician-Patient Boundaries and Communication Skills (00:36:54)

7. Setting Boundaries in Healthcare Relationships (00:41:32)

8. Connection, Resilience, and Community in Healthcare (00:51:17)