Impact of a Transcultural Mediation Program in Pediatric Inpatient Care on the Therapeutic Alliance and Healthcare Costs

A transcultural mediation program has been implemented in hospitals across the Île-de-France region, involving a mediator-interpreter and a physician-facilitator. An evaluation conducted by researchers has demonstrated its effectiveness and adaptability. It highlights immediate benefits for the therapeutic relationship, based on improved understanding and active listening for both healthcare providers and families, increased trust among all parties involved, and the initiation of compromise negotiations to resolve care-related impasses. Focus on the program in the pediatric department at Necker Hospital.

Author(s): Bouznah Serge, Lachal Jonathan

Publishing year: 2022

Pages: 27

Health in Action, 2022, n° 460, p. 27

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