Sometimes, a doctor's orders are easier to take from someone who doesn't wear a stethoscope. A study conducted at six Twin Cities clinics found that patients with chronic conditions fared better when doctors and nurses were assisted by "care guides"— laypeople who lead patients through the ever-complex maze of tests and medicines.
Study finds patients fare better with care guides' help
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