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From planning to execution; from analysis to replication, PRC’s research design team understands that trustworthy data isn’t born overnight. read more
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Healthcare requires you to view your organization from multiple angles. That's why PRC offers you the best in healthcare engagement. read more
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Just as research is more than data, consulting is more than generic advice. We’re always listening to understand your unique culture and goals. read more
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The Latest Physician Partnership Resources 
The Myth of the Independent Physician
While independent physicians are very much not mermaids, the myths surrounding them nonetheless damage perceptions and relationships.

Refocusing on Physician Success: What You Can Do
One of the hard lessons in healthcare is learning to accept the things you cannot change, while simultaneously pouring incredible amounts of effort into making the changes you’re able.
The Myth of the Independent Physician
While independent physicians are very much not mermaids, the myths surrounding them nonetheless damage perceptions and relationships.
Refocusing on Physician Success: What You Can Do
One of the hard lessons in healthcare is learning to accept the things you cannot change, while simultaneously pouring incredible amounts of effort into making the changes you’re able.
Physician Engagement Study
A physician engagement study determines how aligned physicians are with your hospital’s mission and values. As influential representatives of your organization, especially in the eyes of a patient, engaged physicians not only strengthen your hospital’s brand, but also improve the overall patient experience. Additionally, our physician engagement study tells you exactly where you stand as PRC compares your organization’s physician engagement against our national database, providing physicians, nurses, and managers an undeniable benchmark for success.
Referring Physician Experience Study
In today’s specialized healthcare marketplace, physician referrals are a common part of the job. By examining the referring physician experience, you’ll uncover exactly what inspires physicians to send patients to hospitals, helping you best align with the evolving market.
Referring Physician Market Needs Assessment
Specialized healthcare organizations such as children’s hospitals, cancer centers, and other academic medical centers are up against one another when it comes to referrals. Physicians oftentimes refer patients to these organizations based on their specific needs, but what influences their decision to send to one over the other? PRC’s Referring Physician Market Needs Assessment quantifies your understanding of what influences their decision to refer patients to your organization versus other specialized organizations. Conducting a market needs assessment offers the insight needed to uncover exactly how you stack up against your national competition.
Pulse Study
Pulse studies are often used to take a periodic “pulse” of particular aspects, of certain findings, in which an organization is focusing on for improvement. The PRC Pulse Study will target specific areas of impact by building a productive feedback loop into its Action Planning for Excellence process to ensure success.
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Community Health Needs Assessment
Bringing expertise and passion to each assessment, PRC gets to the heart of your local health disparities and what exactly they mean for your neighbors. read more
Consumer & Brand
PRC’s comprehensive Consumer & Brand Study provides you with reliable data to understand how your hospital’s services stack up against the competition. read more
Employee Engagement
Addressing the most critical areas for your employees, healthcare leaders utilize custom data and reporting tools to affect positive, sustainable change. read more
Patient Experience & Government Surveys
PRC’s industry-leading response rates drive patient experience and employee engagement toward excellence, all while maximizing value-based purchasing reimbursement. read more