Balsam Hospital
Balsam Hospitalمستشفى بلسم
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Balsam Hospital — مستشفى بلسم الخفجي

Patient ExperienceExcellence Program

برنامج التميز في تجربة المريض

19

Departments Mapped

96

Issues Identified

116

Constraints Found

123

Recommendations

Evidence-Based Foundations

Our program is built on internationally recognized healthcare communication frameworks

AIDET® Communication Framework

Source: Studer Group / Huron Consulting

A structured communication approach that enables healthcare professionals to engage patients with empathy, improving clinical outcomes and reducing burnout.

A

Acknowledge

Greet the patient by name. Make eye contact, smile, and acknowledge family or friends.

I

Introduce

Introduce yourself and explain your role in providing their care.

D

Duration

Give accurate time frames for visits, procedures, and results.

E

Explanation

Explain each step clearly, answer questions, and provide contact information.

T

Thank You

Express gratitude for choosing the facility and for their cooperation.

H.E.A.R.T. Service Recovery Model

Source: Cleveland Clinic

An empowerment model that enables frontline staff to address and resolve patient concerns immediately, transforming dissatisfaction into loyalty.

H

Hear

Listen actively to the patient's concern without interrupting.

E

Empathize

Show understanding and validate the patient's feelings.

A

Apologize

Offer a sincere apology for the experience, regardless of fault.

R

Respond

Take immediate action to resolve the issue or escalate appropriately.

T

Thank

Thank the patient for bringing the concern to your attention.

Service Blueprint Maps

Interactive service blueprints for each OPD touchpoint — click to explore

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Program Vision

To transform every patient touchpoint into a moment of care, comfort, and confidence — creating a healthcare experience that feels like a luxury hospitality journey while maintaining the highest clinical standards. Every interaction should leave the patient feeling valued, informed, and cared for.

Patient-Centered

Every decision starts with the patient's perspective

Luxury Touch

Five-star hospitality principles adapted for healthcare

Evidence-Based

Built on proven frameworks with measurable outcomes