What Is Cultural Competency in Healthcare?

Cultural competency is the ability of healthcare providers and systems to provide care to patients with diverse values, beliefs, and behaviors. It includes tailoring care delivery to meet patients' social, cultural, and linguistic needs.

Why It Is Essential

Respecting a patient's cultural background improves communication, builds trust, and leads to better health outcomes. It is a cornerstone of providing equitable, patient-centered care.

How Mira Mace Can Help

Your advocate acts as your champion to ensure your cultural and personal preferences are respected. We can help arrange for interpreter services, communicate dietary needs or religious preferences to a hospital, and help find providers who understand your unique background.