David L. Callender, MD & Tonya R. Callender, DNP Health Resource Center Communicating with the Patient Care Team Speak Up for Patient Safety Speak UpTMIn March 2002, The Joint Commission launched its Speak Up™ patient safety program. Over time, the program has expanded to more than 40 countries and features infographics, animated videos, brochures and posters. The program urges patients to:Speak up if you have questions or concerns.Pay attention to the care you get.Educate yourself about your illness.Ask a trusted family member or friend to be your advocate (advisor or supporter).Know what medicines you take and why you take them.Use a health care organization that has been carefully checked out.Participate in all decisions about your treatment.Anesthesia and SedationAntibioticsAt the Doctors OfficeAt HomeAvoid a Return Trip to the HospitalDepressionFive Ways to be Active in Your CareHealth Care SettingsInfant and Children's HealthMemory Problems and DementiaOrgan DonationPainPatient AdvocacyPreventing Medical Errors (NEW!)Preventing Medicine ErrorsPreventing Surgical ErrorsReducing Your Risk of FallingResearch StudiesSerious Illness and Palliative CareStrokeX-rays and MRIs