Contact us
Contact Us
Contact Us (/kɒnˈtækt ʌs/), is a term commonly used in the field of Healthcare Communication to refer to the process of reaching out to healthcare professionals or institutions for medical advice, appointments, or other health-related inquiries. The term is derived from the English words "contact" and "us", indicating a call to action for patients or individuals seeking medical assistance.
Etymology
The term "Contact Us" is a combination of the verb "contact" and the pronoun "us". "Contact" originates from the Latin word "contactus", which is the past participle of "contingere" meaning "to touch". The pronoun "us" is derived from the Old English word "ūs", which is the accusative and dative form of "we". In the context of healthcare, "Contact Us" is an invitation for patients or individuals to reach out or "touch" the healthcare provider or institution for assistance.
Related Terms
- Healthcare Communication: The process of sharing, and interpreting health-related information among patients, healthcare providers, and the public.
- Patient Engagement: The process of involving patients in their own healthcare, often initiated through contact with healthcare providers.
- Telemedicine: The use of technology to provide healthcare remotely, often requiring patients to contact healthcare providers digitally.
- Healthcare Provider: A person or institution that provides medical services to patients, often the recipient of "Contact Us" inquiries.
Usage
In the medical field, "Contact Us" is often used on healthcare websites, brochures, and other informational materials to guide patients or individuals on how to reach out to healthcare providers or institutions. This could be for scheduling appointments, asking health-related questions, or seeking emergency medical assistance.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Contact us
- Wikipedia's article - Contact us
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