Impact of a clinical encounter time protection program on pain management: a retrospective difference-in-difference study

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Patient-centred care is a cornerstone for healthcare quality, leading many hospitals to implement programs that prioritize patient, even within time-constrained clinical environments. Effects of these programs are poorly evaluated. METHODS: This retrospective observational cohort study aims to evaluate the impact of a patient-centred initiative aimed at protecting clinical encounter time by enhancing communication, fostering shared …

Authors

Buclin CP; Mongin D; Bürgisser N; Berner A; Darbellay Farhoumand P; Reny J-L; Agoritsas T; Courvoisier DS

Journal

International Journal for Quality in Health Care, Vol. 37, No. 4,

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Publication Date

October 6, 2025

DOI

10.1093/intqhc/mzaf114

ISSN

1353-4505

Associated Experts

Thomas Agoritsas

Assistant Professor (Part-Time), Faculty of Health Sciences

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