Judith H. Hibbard

Judith H. Hibbard is a researcher and consultant known for her work in health policy, specifically regarding Patient Activation and the development of measurement tools for patient engagement.

Key Contributions

• Patient Activation Measure (PAM): Co-developed the PAM, a tool designed to conceptualize and measure patient activation levels, particularly among patients with chronic conditions. This work establishes a framework for assessing patient stage in self-care and health management.
• Research Collaboration: Frequently collaborates with researchers such as Jean Stockard and Eldon R. Mahoney on survey research and literature reviews related to public policy and healthcare delivery.

Selected Publications

• Hibbard - Development of the Patient Activation (2002)
  • Source: Ey (Consulting Company)
  • Co-authors: Jean Stockard, Eldon R. Mahoney, Martin Tusler, Lo Sasso
  • Focus: Conceptualizing and measuring activation in patients; development of the Patient Activation Measure.
  • Keywords: health, care, activation, measure, patient, stage, chronic, patients

Affiliations & Context

• Associated with Public Policy research initiatives.
• Involved in Survey Research methodologies for healthcare evaluation.
• Work often cited in contexts of Chronic Disease management and patient empowerment.