Thursday, February 24, 2011

UK Patients On The NHS

So what do UK patients think of the government-run National Health Service (NHS)? This recent survey confirms years of anecdotal reports.

Some key findings include:
Patient reported a high frequencey of "insufficient care and compassion".

"Choice of providers, dignity, and inclusivity" were ranked "low".

Cleanliness was a problem at many facilities
Read the full report, "What Patients Think About Our NHS" (PDF).

Will this be America's health care future?

(Via Kelly V.)