Service Excellence and Service Recovery

Service Excellence and Service recovery (SE & SR) are skills that are acquired through practice.  Our interactive, experiential learning programs are designed to elevate your organization’s service, decrease patient complaints and improve physician/providers lives.   


Service recovery as we know, refers to the process of addressing and resolving service failures or shortcomings in the delivery of healthcare services. It recognizes that, despite the best efforts, occasional lapses or errors may occur in the healthcare system that can negatively impact patient experiences. Service recovery is crucial for maintaining patient satisfaction, trust, and overall quality of care.  Teaching physicians/providers & staff to apologize appropriately is paramount to an organization’s success. 

Charles Consulting’s structured approach is to teach physicians/providers & practice managers the acts of identifying, acknowledging, and rectifying any issues or deficiencies in patient care. This process typically includes prompt communication with the affected individuals, such as patients or their families, to express empathy and understanding.   


Effective service recovery in healthcare not only resolves immediate issues but also contributes to building a culture of continuous improvement and better relationships with patients. We have seen that effective Service Recovery allows healthcare partners to learn from mistakes, implement preventive measures, and enhance overall service quality. By prioritizing patient-centered Relational care and responsiveness, service recovery plays a vital role in maintaining patient satisfaction and trust in your organization and physician/providers. 

These are the 5 most common areas our partners strive to improve Service Recovery efforts: 

1. Patient Satisfaction and Loyalty: High patient satisfaction is correlated with increased loyalty to healthcare providers. Service recovery efforts aim to address issues promptly and effectively to maintain or improve patient satisfaction.

2. Impact on Reputation:  Healthcare organizations understand the significant impact negative experiences can have on their reputation. Statistics may highlight the relationship between effective service recovery and reputation management in the healthcare sector.

3. Online Reviews and Ratings: Patients often share their experiences through online reviews and ratings. Monitoring statistics related to changes in online reviews post-service recovery efforts can provide insights into the effectiveness of these initiatives.

4. Patient Retention Rates: * Healthcare providers may track patient retention rates following service recovery interventions. Retaining patients is not only important for ongoing care but also for the financial stability of healthcare organizations.

5. Staff Engagement and Training: Investing in staff training for effective service recovery can contribute to a positive work environment and improved patient experiences. Organizations may track statistics related to staff engagement and the impact of training programs on service recovery.

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