A human-centered approach to patient marketing

Published on October 30, 2025   13 min
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My name is Carlo Calcagni, and I'm the founder and CEO of ENTRADA Ventures Group.
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I'm here to talk about something that's fundamentally changing how we approach healthcare marketing, putting the human experience at the center of everything we do. Over my 35 years in healthcare, I've seen marketing evolve from pushing products to building relationships, but today, we're going to explore how to take that evolution one step further from patient-centered to truly human-centered approaches. Before we dive in, let me share why this matters so deeply to me. As the founder of ENTRADA, the first life sciences-focused patient experience organization, or PXO, I've witnessed firsthand how the current paradigm often leaves patients and their families feeling unheard, overwhelmed, and isolated in their healthcare journey.
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Here's the uncomfortable truth we need to face. Unless the current paradigm is disrupted, patients and their families will continue to feel unheard. Think about that for a moment. In an industry dedicated to healing and caring, we're somehow missing the mark on making people feel heard. This isn't just about customer satisfaction. This is about trust, engagement, and ultimately, better health outcomes. The phrase "nothing about us without us" isn't just a tagline. It's a rallying cry from patients who are demanding a seat at the table. Not just to be at the center of attention, but to be active participants in their care decisions.
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By the end of our time together today, you'll be equipped to first understand the key factors that shape patient perspectives and decision-making. We'll dive deep into the emotional and practical considerations that drive patient behavior. Second, you'll learn how to design patient interactions and touchpoints that establish and reinforce trust, because without trust, everything else falls apart. Finally, you'll discover effective strategies to actively involve both patients and their caregivers in the care process, recognizing that healthcare decisions are really made in isolation.

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