WILLEMSTAD - In a bid to enhance patient rights and participation in healthcare decisions, calls for the implementation of legislation granting patients a voice during medical treatment have emerged in Curaçao. This sentiment was echoed during a recent conference organized by the client council of the Curaçao Medical Center (CMC), emphasizing the necessity for patients to have a meaningful say in their healthcare journey.
Sandra La Croes-Virginia, a prominent figure within the council, emphasized the importance of enacting such a law, aligning it with international standards of patient-centered care. She underscored that this initiative not only serves the interests of patients but also benefits all stakeholders involved in the healthcare system of the country.
The conference shed light on the fundamental principle that patients should play an active role in decisions regarding their health and treatment. La Croes-Virginia stressed that by involving patients in decision-making processes, healthcare providers can better tailor treatments to individual needs, ultimately leading to improved healthcare outcomes.
Central to this advocacy is the notion of maintaining and enhancing the quality of healthcare services in Curaçao. It is envisioned that by empowering patients and placing them at the forefront of care, healthcare providers can work collaboratively with patients to ensure that services meet international benchmarks for quality and effectiveness.
The proposed legislation aims to establish a framework where patients are not merely recipients of healthcare services but active participants in their own care journey. This entails fostering open communication channels between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating shared decision-making, and ensuring that patients' preferences and concerns are duly considered throughout the treatment process.