The Case of Immigrant Populations

Delivering health care to non-English speaking immigrant populations requires knowledge and appreciation of the patient’s culture. Acquiring the skills to bride the two worlds calls for self-awareness by the practitioner and a commitment to cultural competence by the organization.

• What if the healthcare providers do not agree with the patient’s decision, based on each side’s cultural values?

Apply Theory (Specific Professional Healthcare Competencies + Clinical Medical Ethical Principles) to Practice in order to provide Optimal Patient-Centered Care (OPCC)