Patient Advocacy

Step into Your Moxie’s communication, leadership, patient safety, and thought leadership development work in healthcare is informed by CEO Alexia Vernon’s personal experiences with patient advocacy navigating thyroid cancer, DCIS breast cancer, and vocal cord dysfunction. 

The following articles are designed for patients, caregivers, and institutions to better navigate the complexities of patient advocacy and create cultures where all people are empowered to speak up for patient safety, well-being, and compassionate care.  

My DCIS Patient Advocacy Story

In the United States, ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is often referred to as a “good” type of breast cancer because it’s stage zero, non-invasive, and has a nearly 100% survival rate after 10 years.

However, as I learned on my DCIS patient advocacy journey, navigating a best-case scenario breast cancer diagnosis, even when you have a background in vocal empowerment, is still complicated.

How to Stand Out as a Healthcare Thought Leader

As recognized experts and influential voices, healthcare thought leaders advance healthcare quality, accessibility, and innovation. They also drive change, improve patient care, and foster clinician well-being. Through speaking, writing, and interviews, they use their expertise to inspire peers. They leave a lasting legacy that positively impacts the entire healthcare industry.

How to Improve Patient Safety

In healthcare companies, and the pharmaceutical and life science industries, this could include a discussion of why speaking up is important to on-the-job safety and how to improve patient safety.