The Patient Act at 10 Years - Time to Move from Words to Action for Truly Person-Centered Care

Despite the Patient Act turning ten years old, the question remains relevant: Has healthcare become more person-centered - for real? The updated national cancer strategy establishes that person-centered care must permeate everything from individual patient encounters to the entire healthcare organization. But laws don't change reality by themselves. What is needed for the Patient Act to become the powerful tool it was intended to be? And how do we get there?

Creating person-centered care is about more than fine words - it requires action, courage, and long-term change management. It means rethinking at a system level, but also daring to change daily work practices. It's about building a healthcare system where the patient's voice is not just heard but carries weight in every decision. The Patient Act, which came into force in 2015, aims to strengthen patient rights and create conditions for participation, integrity, and self-determination. But without clear implementation, follow-up, and cultural change, the law risks becoming an empty promise. This seminar explores what it takes for the Patient Act to become a real driving force for person-centered care - and how we can take the next step together.

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