Description: A clear, practical guide to becoming an informed and empowered patient.
Brief description: Terry Adirim, MD, MPH, the former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, is a physician with decades of experience in pediatric emergency medicine, health policy, and medical administration.
Review Quotes: "Dr. Adirim understands the structural complexity of accessing quality healthcare. This book is filled with relatable, engaging anecdotes and timeless advice that will support patients to make informed decisions about their health and well-being."-Sneha Dave, Generation Patient "Dr. Adirim transforms the overwhelming into the actionable. The Prepared Patient doesn't just empower people to navigate the system-it strengthens the partnership between patients and the clinicians who care for them."-Adam Carewe, MD, General Medicine "Navigating health care can be frustrating, expensive and possibly deadly. This insightful book reveals the most important puzzle pieces-from payment to advocating for yourself or others-and in clear, readable language, combined with tools and checklists, clarifies HOW individuals can serve as co-producers of their health and healthcare."-Carolyn M Clancy, MD MACP, Former Director, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)