Physicians know preventive care is effective in reducing the likelihood of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other common diseases. But convincing your patients that the result is worth the changes in lifestyle can be a struggle. Concern about costs and lack of knowledge about the benefits of preventive care are the leading contributors to patient apathy.

The good news is there are a few things you can do to encourage your patients to embrace prevention as a long-term strategy for better health.

Long waits, harsh lighting, loud noises and a sense of powerlessness can make a hospital visit confusing and uncomfortable for both parents and their children. The following tips can help you ensure your young patients, and their parents, have a positive experience while visiting your facility.

Running a successful practice not only requires you to provide top-quality healthcare to your patients, but you also want your patients to be fully satisfied with your service. Your patients can choose whom they visit for their healthcare needs, and one poor experience could mean they don’t come back.

But by taking proactive measures toward patient retention, you can inspire long-term relationships with each and every patient. Here are our tips to increase patient retention rates in your practice:

When you’re craving sushi on vacation, Yelp can help you find the highest rated Japanese restaurant in town. If your roof is leaking, you can consult Angie’s List to find the best reviewed local contractor. But what do you do when you need to schedule surgery, make a late-night trip to the ER or find the best labor and delivery department for your child’s birth? How can you adequately, and conveniently, assess healthcare organizations to find the best hospital for your specific needs?

To help you do the right research and choose the prime facility for your healthcare needs, we’ve compiled a list of the top three questions to consider when choosing a hospital: