Research in the Hanan Aboumatar Lab focuses on advancing patient-centered outcomes through impr...oved patient and family involvement. We also focus on multilevel methods to increase the patient-centered focus of care delivery. Recent research examined the impact of a quality-improvement intervention on patient involvement in primary care and treatment with respect and dignity in intensive care. view more

Research in the Leonard Feldman Lab is focused on consult medicine, high-value care and medical... education, including resident training and online curriculum. Past studies include integrating lessons on respect and courtesy toward patients into the training of residents and the impact of including the cost of medical procedures when residents ordered tests. view more

Research in the Mary Catherine Beach Lab focuses on humanizing healthcare through investigation... of patient-provider communication and relationships. Current research involves investigating the theoretical foundations of respect, as well as the impact of physician attitudes and communication on patients in the primary care setting, with a specific focus on HIV, substance abuse and sickle cell disease patients. view more