Editorial Integrity

PatientPoint

Trusted Health Information and Patient Education

Our award-winning health information is superior by design:

  • Full-time professional editorial staff
  • Timely and relevant health content
  • Targeted to patients in diverse medical settings

PatientPoint editors stay apprised of current medical news and the latest research findings through medical journals, newsfeeds and magazines. Plus, all content is vetted by a medical review board and programs are developed in consultation with our advisory board.

Reliable Sources

  • National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health: Medline Plus
  • American Academy of Family Physicians
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
  • Nemours Foundation
  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Heart Association
  • Mayo Clinic
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • National Women’s Health Center

PatientPoint programs have consistently been recognized for editorial excellence by the National Health Information Awards.

Designed with Patients in Mind

PatientPoint programs encourage patients to take an active role in their own health care by:

  • Understanding conditions
  • Talking to their doctor
  • Complying with treatment plans
  • Making healthy lifestyle choices

In fact, studies show 8 out of 10 patients learned a health tip they could take action on right away!

We test specific program concepts and designs with patients to understand what attracts, engages and motivates patients to pick up a brochure or engage with the waiting room digital screen. Every aspect of each patient-education piece, from themes, colors, topics and format, are designed for a high level of engagement and impact. Plus, 8 out of 10 practices agree, programs encourage patient compliance and hence improve health outcomes.