Picker Institute

Picker is an international healthcare charity and research organization dedicated to advancing patient-centered care. The organization is renowned for developing the "Eight Principles of Patient-Centered Care," which serve as a global standard for healthcare quality. Picker provides a range of services including patient and staff experience surveys, research, and consultancy to healthcare providers and government bodies. By translating patient feedback into actionable insights, the institute helps organizations improve service delivery and clinical outcomes. Their work is instrumental in shaping healthcare policy and practice to be more responsive to individual needs and preferences.