Medical Care
Medical care refers to the services provided by licensed professionals to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness, injury, or health conditions.
Care Coordination and Communication
Healthcare works best when everyone stays on the same page. This glossary section explains how communication and collaboration happen between patients, families, and care teams. Here you’ll find terms about referrals, team-based care, continuity, and transitions between settings. Understanding these words helps you manage information flow, prevent delays, and ensure that nothing gets lost between visits. Care coordination isn’t just a system responsibility—it’s a skill patients can learn. These terms show you how to stay organized and keep your care connected.