Overview

Patients as Partners is a philosophy based on the BC Primary Health Care Charter.

The BC Primary Health Care Charter sets the direction, targets and outcomes to support the creation of a strong, sustainable, accessible and effective primary healthcare system. Value for patients is the central premise of the Charter, and Patients as Partners is the basic philosophy.

Patient and family-centered principles

• People are treated with respect and dignity
• Healthcare providers communicate and share complete and unbiased information with patients and families in ways that are affirmative and useful
• Individuals and families build on their strengths through participation in experiences that enhance control and independence
• Collaboration among patients, families and providers occurs in policy and program development and professional education, as well as in the delivery of care

Patients as Partners priorities

There are three main priority areas within the Patients as Partners initiative in BC. They are:

1. Individual Health Care
2. Shaping the Primary Health Care System
3. Bringing in the Community

Each priority offers its own Charter, supporting information and tools to help move towards successful implementation and objectives for Patients as Partners.