From Triple to Quadruple Aim: Care of the Patient Requires Care of the Provider
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- 1 November 2014
- journal article
- Published by Annals of Family Medicine in Annals of Family Medicine
- Vol. 12 (6), 573-576
- https://doi.org/10.1370/afm.1713
Abstract
The Triple Aim-enhancing patient experience, improving population health, and reducing costs-is widely accepted as a compass to optimize health system performance. Yet physicians and other members of the health care workforce report widespread burnout and dissatisfaction. Burnout is associated with lower patient satisfaction, reduced health outcomes, and it may increase costs. Burnout thus imperils the Triple Aim. This article recommends that the Triple Aim be expanded to a Quadruple Aim, adding the goal of improving the work life of health care providers, including clinicians and staff.Keywords
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