The OECD Patient-Reported Indicator Surveys (PaRIS) is the first international survey of health outcomes and experiences of patients living with chronic conditions who are treated in GP practices.  This infographic shows how Australia compares globally, features a data scoreboard of 10 key areas assessed, and provides key data insights on the...

This issue includes items on the Australian Hospital Patient Experience Question Set for parents and carers (AHPEQS-Parent), patient safety, chronic conditions and more. Along with the latest from BMJ Quality & Safety,Residential Aged Care Communiqué, The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety and the UK’s NICE and the...

Australia is taking part in a ground-breaking international study into community-based health care that will explore the outcomes, experiences and satisfaction of patients who are treated in GP practices. Released 15 August 2023

The Australian National Report on the OECD Patient-Reported Indicator Surveys (PaRIS) outlines key findings from the first international survey of health outcomes and experiences of patients living with chronic conditions who are treated in GP practices. This 15-page report summarises data findings across 10 health areas, and outlines key insights...

Seven key attributes were identified for high-performing person-centred healthcare organisations.

The Patient-Reported Outcome Measure Recommendations for Low Back Pain describe evidence- and consensus-based recommendations on the use of PROMs in people with low back pain. These recommendations are intended to maximise the clinical usefulness of PROMs and minimise survey fatigue. 

This two-page quick guide summarises the evidence- and consensus- based recommendations on the use of PROMs for low back pain. It may be used and adapted to support communication and implementation of PROM recommendations.

For 15 million Australians living with a chronic health condition – the findings of a landmark international survey offer insights on how to improve care, so these patients not only survive but thrive.