Patient-centered care and satisfaction of patients with diabetes: insights from a survey among patients at primary healthcare centers in Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Patient-centered care (PCC) and patient satisfaction are pivotal in healthcare provision for patients with diabetes. This study investigates the link between perceived PCC and satisfaction with care among patients with diabetes in Saudi Arabia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted at 47 primary healthcare centers affiliated with general hospitals, including King Abdullah Medical Complex, King Abdulaziz Hospital, East Jeddah Hospital, King Fahd General Hospital, and Al Thagr General Hospital, operated by the Ministry of Health in Jeddah City, Saudi Arabia, between July and August 2023. Over 800 patients with diabetes were approached through a random sampling technique at the reception areas of these centers. These patients were directed to de

SUBMITTER: Alsubahi N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12044916 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature