Beyond Bookings. How Healthcare Schedulers Can Become Care Coordinators
- Theranade
- Mar 23, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: May 20, 2024
From Appointment Setter to Patient Advocate
The image of a healthcare scheduler is often one of efficiency – juggling doctor's appointments, navigating complex schedules, and ensuring clinics run smoothly. But this vital role holds immense potential for a more profound impact: building meaningful connections with patients and their families.

Tradition vs Now -
Traditionally, schedulers focus on finding suitable time slots for patients and doctors. However, by adopting a patient-centric approach, schedulers can become vital links in the healthcare ecosystem. Consider a scenario where an elderly patient calls to schedule a follow-up appointment after a heart procedure.
A traditional scheduler might simply confirm their insurance and find a slot.